What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant with Weekend Kennel Duties position at Veterinary Hospital of Oak Ridge?
The Veterinary Hospital of Oak Ridge is looking for a motivated individual to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn and willing to take on new things! This position is for a kennel assistant who will be interested in working toward a position as a veterinary assistant.
This position will be scheduled for:
- 3 or 4 weekday closing shifts per week. (Scheduled until 6pm)
- 2-3 weekends in kennel per month (up to as frequently as a work 2 off 1 schedule). Saturday and Sunday, 7:30-8:30am and again 5-6pm both days.
- Kennel shifts on rotating holidays
Small animal only single doctor practice looking for an experienced, upbeat, assistant. Our culture is upbeat and bubbly and we are looking for more team members who fit the bill!
Some job duties of this position:
- Daily care for boarding and hospitalized patients
- Oral medication administration
- Insulin injections for boarding patients
- Client communication
- Electronic patient record keeping
- Hospital cleaning and upkeep
This is a full time position, scheduled for 35-40 hours per week, though we will consider part time applicants also who are able to work at least 25 hours per week. The Veterinary Hospital of Oak Ridge is open M-F 7:30am-5:30pm and offers boarding to established patients with medical need.
While we are able to work with schedules to some degree, please only apply if you are able to work the scheduled shifts listed above on a regular basis.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- If selected for this position, when would your tentative start date be?
- Are you able to work 2-3 weekends per month, as listed in the job description?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Cornerstone practice management software: 1 year (Preferred)
- Veterinary kennel or assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $14