Kennel Assistant

Do you love pets and are interested in starting a career with animals? Are you a self starter that enjoys learning and building new skills? If so, we would love for you to join our team!

Only candidates with previous animal care experience will be considered!

POSITION OVERVIEW

Kennel staff members are responsible for proper husbandry and care of boarded animals, including feeding, bathing, record keeping and the cleanliness of cages, runs and ward areas. The kennel staff also is responsible for maintaining cleanliness throughout the hospital.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.

High school degree or higher.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 6 months experience working with animals or in a kennel setting. Professional animal care background in veterinary facility is desirable, but not required.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Can work unaffected in an environment where dogs are barking.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays to be considered for an animal care attendant position.
• Must have consistent, reliable transportation for all scheduled work-shifts.
• Provides compassionate care to patients.
• High attention to detail regarding animal behavior or physical well-being.
• Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner at all times.
• Receives animals to be admitted, is responsible for their proper identification and for recording their respective locations.
• Releases animals to their owners as directed by the doctor; ensures that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release.
• Has the ability to communicate with owners and make them feel comfortable with leaving their pet(s) in our care.
• Can follow a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls.
• Care for and observe all animals on premises-including monitoring behavior and any physical needs that may arise.
• Understands the importance of prioritizing tasks and keeps oneself busy and productive during work shifts.
• Can maintain laundry for the kennel, grooming and hospital.
• Maintains the grounds of the property including waste disposal, light maintenance of landscape upkeep and general building maintenance.
• Can give baths and brush out patients.
• Can collect urine and fecal specimens.
• Can give hospital and kennel tours while highlighting features that differentiate us from other kennels and hospitals in our area.
• Can recognize and report any unusual condition or abnormal behavior.
• Can assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint.
• Cleans equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; understands the importance of safety of use of chemicals in our facility.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the hospital each day.
• Understands and carries out the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain the hospital cleanliness, the equipment, and overall appearance of the hospital.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees, helping coworkers out with any and all needs.
• Consistent attendance for al scheduled shifts.
• Respect hospital protocols and maintain strong work ethic.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals and food bags (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.

Position will remain open until filled.

Please do not call our hospital or inquire in person. We will be reviewing every resume and will reach out to you via indeed messaging or email if we would like to interview you for the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Rotating weekends
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• Will you be able to work at least every other weekend? Please note this position is for mostly weekend shifts : Saturdays 7:30am-12pm; 4pm-6pm and Sundays 8am-11am; 4pm-6pm.

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Greensboro, NC 27407 (Required)

Work Location: In person