What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Oasis Small Animal & Exotic Veterinary Hospital?
Oasis Veterinary Hospital is looking to add another Kennel Assistant to our team. We are looking for a reliable and dedicated team player who puts patient care first. The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. Part time hours only and weekend/holiday availability are required. Serious applicants only. Please email a resume and cover letter.
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Primary Task and Responsibilities:
- Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including the kennel area, runs, boarding rooms, treatment area, and outside grounds.
- Maintaining kennel as a whole by performing tasks including, but not limited to: Cleaning up animal waste, sweeping/mopping floors, dusting, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, laundry, washing dishes
- Feed and medicate hospitalized animals and boarders.
- Monitor and record important information about the animals’ conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
- Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
- Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians/Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients.
Preferred Experience/ Requirements
- minimum of 1 year experience in animal care, kennel or vet’s office preferred
- volunteer experience in an animal shelter or rescue group considered
- Interest and experience with exotics is a plus but not a requirement
- weekends and most holidays are required
Key Competencies
- Reliability
- knowledge of animal behavior
- ability to manage and supervise dogs
- attention to detail
- communication skills
- ability to work unsupervised
- ability to carry out instructions furnished in varying forms
- ability to lift 40 pounds and be on your feet for extended times
- ability to multitask
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15