What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Haile Plantation Animal Clinic?
Description
We are seeking a Full-Time Kennel Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. We are open to part-time applicants as well.
The Kennel Assistant is responsible for maintaining back of hospital duties. These tasks include: caring for boarding animals, maintaining appropriate feeding schedules/providing prescribed medication to pets, maintaining the kennel area (cleaning and mopping), bathing animals and upholding the highest level of care for all pets. Additional duties may include general cleaning of the hospital and communicating directly with clients.
Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
- Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
- Be compassionate/caring
- Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
- Can work individually, as well as on a team
- Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
- This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
- Prior customer service experience
- Prior experience working with animals
- Ability to work in a wet environment
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
- 401k Match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Paid Parental Leave Paid Maternity Leave
- One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- Scrub allowance
- Hands-on and E-training
- Professional growth opportunities
About Haile Plantation Animal Hospital
Haile Plantation Animal Clinic is a multi-doctor, AAHA-accredited hospital committed to blending modern medicine with genuine care and compassion. Our facility is equipped with advanced technology, including digital full-body and dental x-rays, ultrasound, surgical and cold therapy lasers, and electronic medical records (Cornerstone). With a spacious layout, we have a separate surgery and recovery building (yes, a building!) to enhance patient care and allow our teams to perform procedures in the most beautiful hospital. We are passionate about teaching and learning, often hosting veteirnary students and giving back to the profession we love.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off