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Join our amazing team as our newest Kennel Assistant!
Enjoy the rewarding tasks of caring for our patients and boarders on a daily basis. Responsibilities include feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, bathing, and closely monitoring the well-being of pets. Maintain a clean and sanitized environment by taking care of kennels, the surgery suite, and the lobby. Provide support to veterinarians and technicians through tasks such as restraint, bathing, client interaction with boarders, wrapping/cleaning surgical packs, and managing inventory. Join us in creating a positive and nurturing atmosphere for our furry friends!
Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:
- Responsible for the day-to-day care of patients and boarders
- Safe handling and restraint
- Feeding and watering
- Walking and bathing
- Monitoring behaviors
- Ensuring the well-being of pets
- Assisting medical staff
- Some evening ,weekend and holiday hours required
What You'll Bring:
- Must have previous animal experience
- Must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift and/or move heavy pets and objects
- A sense of fun and teamwork – Smiles and laughter are required for all who apply
- Dependable and able to work independently
- The ability to monitor pets for signs of distress or disease
- A willingness to learn and the desire to provide gentle, compassionate care for boarded and hospitalized pets
- References, background checks, and drug testing are required
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Training and career development
About Chowan Animal Hospital
Chowan Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility in Edenton, North Carolina. Since 1941, our knowledgeable and kind staffhave been providing the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats. We are well-equipped to provide the highest quality care possible for our patients. We provide complete care including preventative and wellness, digital radiology, dentistry, spay/neuter, surgery, rehabilitation, bloodwork, in-house and send-out labs, and urgent care.
We are a collaborative practice, with over 70 years of combined knowledge of veterinary medicine and a shared passion for practicing small animal medicine and surgery. We have a highly-skilled and leveraged support staff including registered veterinary technicians. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.
We are a collaborative practice, with over 70 years of combined knowledge of veterinary medicine and a shared passion for practicing small animal medicine and surgery. We have a highly-skilled and leveraged support staff including registered veterinary technicians. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy
Chowan Animal Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Chowan Animal Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
