What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Kennel Assistant position at Aurora Animal Hospital?
Aurora Animal Hospital is looking for a Kennel Assistant to join our growing 6-doctor practice.
We have a wide range of services available that include orthopedics, rehabilitation, oncology, diagnostic imaging, general surgery, in-house labs, dentistry, and wellness visits.
Schedule: Part-time Monday-Friday 2:00pm-6:15pm. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.
Compensation: Pay depends on experience. $15-$16/hr.
Location: Across from Creamers field at 1201 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK
Kennel Assistant duties and requirements:
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms, kennels, cages, and wards as often as is necessary.
- Ensure that cages and animals are properly identified and that personal property (toys, treats, blankets, leashes) are stored in the proper area and identified.
- Perform general cleaning and stocking of hospital exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Launder and dry towels, blankets, and doctor smocks/scrubs.
- Patrol hospital grounds daily, picking up any trash and stool material. Empty trash.
- Assist in maintaining outdoor areas of the clinic including snow removal, watering plants, weeding and mowing.
- Walk hospitalized dogs several times a day as needed.
- Carry and assist in recovering anesthetized animals.
- Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
- Organize work area and exercise time management skills to maximize personal efficiency within the practice. Prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner.
- Knowledge of Fear Free is a plus!
- Perform other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.
Benefits for You:
- Employee Discount (After 90 days)
- Uniform Allowance (at least 1 year of employment)
- Retirement Program (at least 2 years of employment)
- Continuing Education (DOE)
If this sounds like an environment you would flourish in, we invite you to send a cover letter, your resume, and a contact list of at least 3 professional references.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 22 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Kennel assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fairbanks, AK 99701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16