What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Attendant position at Ethos Veterinary Health?
The Virginia Veterinary Center in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full- time Kennel Attendant to join our ER team This position would be on our overnight team, 12am - 12pm. We offer a shift differential for staff working on this overnight shift
Position Overview:
The Veterinary Kennel Attendant is an introduction position for those interested in joining the veterinary field with little to no experience required. Employees in this position will help to support the hospital by following proper stocking and cleaning protocols, assist in animal husbandry and care, and receiving an introduction in animal restraint techniques.
Job Responsibilities:
- Transporting patients to and from the kennel for required bedding changes.
- While following proper hospital protocol, walking the patients in the designated areas outside.
- Ensuring that the patients are always comfortable and have access to water if not on NPO orders.
- Cleaning patient eliminations, spilled food, and other debris from the kennels.
- Practicing appropriate disinfection protocols in adherence to OSHA Standards.
- Administering oral medications to patients if asked by Licensed Technicians.
- Performing daily house-keeping and must complete a daily checklist regarding these duties.
- Learn appropriate restraint techniques to be able to assist in DVM examinations, but will not be able to assist in restraint for diagnostics (bloodwork, radiology, BP, ECG, etc.)
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and self-sufficient
- Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays with one weekend off a month.
- Strong client communication skills.
- Works well on a team and provides the gold start quality of patient care.
Shift Details:
- Overnight shift - 12am - 12pm (3/12- hour shifts per week)
- Rotating weekend coverage as needed
- Holiday coverage as needed. (You will be required to work some holidays but not all)
Compensation:
Based on experience & skill set. Starting at $12.41/hr
Benefits:
- Shift differential for overnight shifts
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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