Kennel Technician

Duties

• Communicate with owners, management, and other staff about the needs of animals in care of the hospital.
• Work collaboratively with the Wignall Team to ensure a safe and comfortable stay for all pets.
• Provide boarding dogs and cats with clean bedding, fresh water and food.
• Clean soiled cages, pet accidents, and outside eliminations in a timely manner and in accordance with hospital/kennel protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe and sanitary environment at all times in all kennel areas.
• Laundry and housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Check dogs/cats in and out of boarding and daycare following the kennel process.
• Use EzyVet & Smartflow software to read pet files, record appetites, enter bathroom notes, enter charges, etc.
• Monitor and report signs of illness, injury, or behavior concerns to the appropriate person.
• Follow feeding and care guidelines set forth by owners and management/veterinary staff.
• Oversee playgroups for safety and manage the behavior of dogs in play groups or one on one play using training and tools provided.
• Report any equipment malfunction and safety concerns to Pet Resort or Practice Manager.
• Follow all protocols set forth in the Kennel Ops Manual which includes how to handle animals that are sick, injured, post-surgical, and/or aggressive.

Qualifications

• Dog handling experience
• Works well independently as well as on a team
• Has strong communication & leadership skills
• Is hard-working and reliable
• Is physically able to perform all duties associated with this position

Benefits

The kennel operates 7 days a week from 7 am-8/9pm and does not close due to inclement weather.

Pay

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience starting at a range between $16-19/hr.