What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Caretaker/Kennel Assistant position at Baker Veterinary Clinic?
Baker Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Reliable Hotel Assistant (PetCare Taker). We seek someone that will take better care of our patients and borders than their own. We are a busy and fast paced veterinary hospital and you must exhibit some of the following skills:
- ability to handle a variety of sizes/breeds of dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds and some exotics safely and comfortably
- maintain standards of safety and cleanliness
- provide routine daily care of our patients
- ability to complete tasks on a timely matter and very self motivated
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or less on your own
- Continuing bending/squatting/standing
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- feeding/watering Pets
- medicating pets of all species
- kennel cleaning and housekeeping
- exercising animals on a timely schedule
- bathing pets of all species when needed
- keeping up with laundry
- cleaning and sanitizing pet's dishes
- keeping up with Hospital Maintenance and Cleaning
- pet waste pickup and Cleaning of the yards
- hospital trash collection and disposal
- collecting specific client's instructions for their pets care
Schedule will Vary:
- Work week is Sunday - Saturday
- Full time is 35-40 hrs
- Part time is 28-32 hrs
- Weekends are Rotated
- Holidays are Rotated
At times we may need you to help with care and cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment. Restrain animals for treatment and examination, Assist with various laboratory procedures, Execute our cleaning and disinfecting protocols. Cross-train in some areas and roles, as needed.
Must have reliable transportation.
Dependability is a must; frequent call-outs and tardiness will be grounds for termination.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14