Arrowleaf Veterinary is currently hiring for the part-time position of a kennel assistant. This position is 8am-5pm on Mondays and Fridays with weekends and major holidays off.

Working with animals can be a very fun and rewarding experience but can also be challenging at times - having a dedicated team to learn and laugh with is essential. At Arrowleaf Veterinary, we believe in compassion, trust, education, and more healthy days for our patients - as well as more wonderful days for our staff!

To facilitate the best care for our patients and clients, we believe that well trained, confident, and happy staff members are key. Our work culture is one of open communication, trust, learning and empowerment. We strive to offer a healthy work life balance.

As a kennel assistant you will be responsible for maintaining a clean work environment throughout the day and at the close of business, laundry upkeep and kennel maintenance, dog walking, basic animal husbandry, washing and wrapping surgical packs and gowns, operating and maintaining the autoclave and ultrasonic cleaner. This position may also include animal handling and restraint, when necessary.

Our ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter and will demonstrate the ability and enthusiasm for learning, teamwork, and excellent patient care.

Benefits include but are not limited a 401(k) with employer match, pet care discounts, vendor discounts, uniform allowance (scrubs). We also offer production bonuses!

No weekends, nights or holidays required. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants of any gender, sex, race, identity, religion, ethnicity, color, or age. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID according to CDC guidelines.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.50 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hood River, OR 97031 (Required)

Work Location: In person