What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Kennel Assistant position at Neighborhood Veterinary Care?
Veterinary Kennel Assistant – Part Time
SUMMARY:
Neighborhood Veterinary Care is looking for a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to become a part of our team! Our mission is to strengthen the human-animal bond through compassionate care, an educational experience, and a commitment to serving the local community. We strongly believe in Richard Branson’s philosophy that if we take care of our employees, they will take care of our clients and patients. Neighborhood Veterinary Care is committed to building a team of professionals passionate about growing their veterinary expertise and making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.
RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Clean, sterilize, and organize kennels, treatment areas, exam rooms, lab, and laundry
- Restraining animals for examination or treatment
- Friendly, enthusiastic, compassionate, and professional demeanor with clients, patients and co-workers
- Ability to perform tasks involving cleaning supplies, medications, and sharps responsibly and according to OSHA guidelines
- Basic knowlege of computers
- Check patients in while collecting relevant health history and information from clients and maintain/update medical charts when directed
- Intrest in learning phone systems and appointment scheduling
- Strong interest in learning to perform basic veterinary care including but not limited to nail trims, subcutaneous fluids, medication administration, administering vaccinations, and performing diagnostic imaging with digital x-ray under the direction of the DVM
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong attention to details in a fast-paced setting and ability to multi-task
- Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude under stressful situations
- Flexible availability 2-5 days a week working early evenings, with some weekends and holidays
BENEFITS:
- Competitive Compensation
- Personal Pet Care Discount Benefits Program
- Quarterly Team Activities
Neighborhood Veterinary Care is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Neighborhood Veterinary care is proud to support diversity and inclusion in the workplace where all qualified individuals are fully embraced.
