Lead Kennel Assistant - Firetower Animal Clinic

About the role

Join Firetower Animal Clinic, a 20-year-old veterinary practice in Winterville, NC, dedicated to providing high-quality, customized care and holding the AAHA accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care to boarding pets and hospitalized patients, including feeding, watering, and exercising them according to schedule.
• Handle check-ins and check-outs, talking with owners, recording feeding/medication instructions, labeling belongings, and ensuring every pet goes home clean and happy.
• Monitor patient health by walking through the kennel area regularly to check for abnormal activity (vomiting, diarrhea, stress), properly marking records, and reporting issues to doctors and technicians immediately.
• Administer medications and flea/tick control to pets boarding with us, accurately recording instructions on the kennel medication board.
• Maintain a clean environment by cleaning and disinfecting cages, runs, yards, litter boxes, and bowls using proper protocols and PPE to control infectious diseases.
• Deliver extra "TLC" playtimes, walks, or baths for clients who have requested special attention for their pets.

Requirements

• Confidence around animals and pets.
• Knowledge of proper animal restraint techniques and infectious disease control.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must be in the process of obtaining or have attained a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reasoning, remembering, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking English) to perform duties proficiently.
• A commitment to maintaining our Core Values and Mission Statement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in animal care and handling.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.

Skills

• Animal care and handling.
• Customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401k retirement options.
• Additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for veterinary technician programs.

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and role.

Schedule

Flexible schedule with operating hours closing at 6:00 PM on weekdays and 12:00 PM on Saturdays, with after-hours emergency cases referred to Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital.

Application

To apply, please visit our careers page at firetoweranimalclinic.com/careers.