What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at El Camino Veterinary Hospital?
El Camino Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated and passionate kennel assistant to join our work family. As a kennel assistant you will be an essential part in ensuring the comfort and well-being of our animals and the standard of cleanliness in our hospital. If you have a strong passion for animal husbandry and thrive in a fast paced environment, we would love to have you on our team.
Position Details
- Starting $16.50
- Part-time
Job Responsibilities
- Walking and exercising dogs
- Disinfecting kennels and maintaining a clean environment
- Feed all animals
- Clean, pack, and sterilize surgical equipment
- Washing, folding and organizing all laundry
- Restocking items that are used everyday
- Keeping the hospital very clean and organized
- Compliance to follow established protocols and policies
Qualifications
- Must be able to work with all types of species of companion animals and have a basic understanding in the behavior of animals
- Great communication skills
- A desire to be educated and grow
- Must have reliable transportation
- Open availability including evening shifts, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to problem solve in stressful situations
- Should collaborate well in a team environment
If you are passionate about animals and being a part of a caring team, we would love for you to apply!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Shift:
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
