What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Technician position at Haley Veterinary Practice,LLC?
Job Overview
Haley Vet Practice is seeking a dependable, hardworking, compassionate, and animal-loving Full-Time Kennel Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for the daily care of our boarding animals while helping maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility.
We see a wide variety of patients, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals, and other exotic species, so comfort around a variety of animals is required.
****Please read before applying:This position requires working every Saturday and Sunday. Weekend shifts are mandatory split shifts, consisting of a morning shift and an evening shift with time off between. Applicants who are not available every weekend should not apply. You will also be a part of a holiday rotation schedule. MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD OR OLDER!****
Responsibilities
- Feeding, watering, and medicating boarding patients which include dogs, cats, and exotics
- Walking dogs and monitoring their behavior
- Cleaning kennels, cages, and runs
- Laundry, dishes, and general cleaning duties
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary environment throughout the hospital
- Monitoring patients and reporting concerns to veterinary staff
- Assisting with patient handling when needed
- Providing compassionate care and attention to all animals in our facility
- Bathing dogs which include ear cleaning, nail trim, and anal gland expression
Skills
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and hospital protocols
- Good observation skills and ability to recognize changes in animal behavior
- Compassionate and patient with animals
- Ability to remain calm when handling stressed or frightened animals
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Time management and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
- Comfortable performing physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, standing, and cleaning throughout the day
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a veterinary hospital environment
Requirements
- Must be dependable and punctual
- Must be comfortable working around dogs, cats, and exotic animals
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to perform physical cleaning duties throughout the shift
- Must be available to work every weekend
- Must be comfortable working split shifts
- Previous animal care experience is preferred but not required
Apply today if you are dependable, hardworking, love animals, and are available to work every weekend.
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17