What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at AmeriVet Veterinary Partners?
Old Town Animal Hospital is a family environment. We are fast-paced and high volume. We offer small animal veterinary medicine of the highest caliber. Our years of dedication have earned us a reputation as being among one of the top choices for small animal clinics in the entire Katy, Texas area. We do not hesitate to refer patients to specialists when we consider it in the best interest of the patient, and we are always available for consultation with pet owners to determine the best medical course of action for the well-being of their pet.
We are seeking a compassionate and hard-working Kennel Technician to join our growing hospital located in the new Katy area.
Skills Required:
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends.
- Must be able to frequently lift 40 pounds.
- Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.
- Must be able to work on a computer system.
- Must be able to handle cats, dogs on leashes and work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander, and excretions.
- Ability to think clearly and quickly to resolve problems.
- Must possess a love of animals. Must always display professional manners.
Essential Job Functions:
- Sanitizes/disinfects pet guest suite, condo, and general boarding areas.
- Provides clean bedding and fresh water to each new pet guest.
- Feeds pet guests the correct type and quantity of food for each meal.
- Ensure every pet guest always has clean water.
- Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of every pet guest; reports any concern to manager.
- Periodically throughout the day performs a visual check on each boarding guest for well-being and safety.
- Cleans up pet excrement, as needed. Checks and cleans feces from suites as needed during the day.
- Monitors guest's belongings; cleaning them as needed; assures the return of the belongings to the owner.
- Launders pet bedding, toys, cleaning towels as needed.
- Communicates with lead when supplies are running low.
- Follows all safe handling procedures.
- Treats clients, guests, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner; greets all clients encountered while performing work duties.
- Assists other Team Members as needed.
- Follows all Policies and Procedures, following the Core Values established by the company.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
No special requirements.