What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Attendant position at Ann Road Animal Hospital?
Kennel Assistant
Reporting Structure: The Kennel Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Kennel Supervisor on duty who will indicate general assignments and priorities.
Kennel Assistant Objectives: The Kennel Assistant provides care and basic needs to animals that are being groomed, boarded, or are patients of Ann Road AnimalHospital. Duties include but are not limited to cleaning, laundry, baths, nail trims, walking, proper feeding, and care of all boarded patients.
Essential Functions:
- Record keeping including feeding schedules, appearance, behavior etc.
- Observations of animal appearance, physical condition, illnesses/disease etc.
- Animal restraint and care
- Animal grooming, feeding and walking
- Animal and kennel transportation
- Area sanitation and trash disposal
- Aggressive animal management
Position type and expected hours of work:
- Full Time preferred (part time to be discussed with manager)
- Monday – Sunday; 8 hour shifts
- Weekend shift required
- Holidays required
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Previous veterinary experience preferred
- Exhibit a technical knowledge of products and medications
- Demonstrate the ability to explain and educate clients on products and answer their questions regarding product purchase/use.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13
