What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boarding and Kennel Assistant position at Calusa Veterinary Center?

Seeking a Kennel Assistant

Calusa Veterinary Center is hiring a Full-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with :

A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
Professional development opportunities

Salary : $14.00-$16.00 per hour dependent on experience

Schedule : Nights and weekends / Holidays 3PM-9PM

Key Responsibilities :

Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.

Document treatments, activities, and observations.

Walk dogs in all weather conditions.

Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.

Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.

Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.

Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.

Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.

Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.

Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.

Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Qualifications :

Passion for animals and their well-being

Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About Calusa Veterinary Center

We're focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctors and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, CO2 laser, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, bronchoscopy, cold laser therapy, underwater treadmill, and ultrasound. We also offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy, acupuncture, rehabilitation, and pain management. We are a full-service, AAHA accredited 24 hour GP and ER small animal practice with 10 doctors and a large staff serving our clients in the Boca Raton, FL area for the past 20 years. Our 10,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is unlike any other in the area. We blend modern medicine with time-tested practices to provide the highest quality care.

Salary : $14 - $16

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