Kennel Attendant - FULL TIME / OPEN AVAILABILITY

The kennel attendant is responsible for the daily care, feeding and exercise of all boarding pets. He/She is to pay close attention to pets' status such as signs of stress and changes in eating or elimination habits, promptly notifying technicians and/or veterinarians when a pet needs medical attention. Assisting the technicians and doctors is required, which includes animal restraint, assisting in surgery/treatments and client service. The kennel attendant interacts with clients in person and by phone. Proper record documentation is critical. A kennel attendant must pay close attention to details, understand and follow proper feeding and sanitation procedures and monitor boarding pets. A kennel attendant is also responsible for all hospital maintenance including the parking lot. We offer the potential for growth and opportunity to train to become Veterinary Assistant!

Job Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to boarding pets
• Walk through kennel areas regularly, checking each pet for abnormal activity such as vomiting, diarrhea or blood in the cage/run
• Recognize emergency situations, enlisting the aid of doctors and technicians
• Mark records correctly for abnormal eating/weight/elimination habits
• Feed and water animals according to schedules and special instructions
• Clean and disinfect cages, runs and yards as needed, using hoses and spray bottles for disinfectant.
• Clean cat litter boxes and disinfect kitty condos.
• Move pets to runs for potty breaks 4 times daily and clean kennels during breaks
• Clean/disinfect dishes and wash, dry, fold bedding
• Give baths to pets on scheduled day of departure, or as necessary during boarding which includes quick ear cleaning swab
• Perform "cuddletime" as requested by the clients
• Assist the receptionist in the boarding pet check-in/out; this includes retrieving and bringing up pet from boarding, taking special instructions for feeding or additional services, returning all personal items upon discharge, and keeping record of all important information.
• Take pets to treatment area for all medical services to be administered.
• Collect any samples (fecal) as requested by a veterinarian.
• Sweep /Vacuum and mop all hospital floors and change all garbages.
• Keep parking lot and dumpster areas clean.
• Know proper animal handling and restraint techniques (will train)
• Provide facility tours for clients, explain services offered
• Restock food and supply storage
• Communicate with clients in person and on the phone as needed
• Attend monthly mandatory staff meetings

Physical Obligations:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Endure standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time
• Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment
• Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation

Coyne Veterinary Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Coyne Veterinary Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Work Days:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14