What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Kodiak Veterinary Clinic?
A kennel assistant (also known as an animal care attendant) serves as a foundational role in veterinary hospital operations, primarily responsible for the direct care and welfare of hospitalized patients and boarding animals.
Core Responsibilities
Animal Care: Daily feeding, watering, and provision of fresh water to patients and boarders
Sanitation: Cage and run cleaning with appropriate disinfection protocols, along with general hospital cleaning of floors, surfaces, dishes, and laundry
Patient Monitoring: Walking dogs, observing animal behavior, monitoring appetite and elimination patterns, and recording observations
Support Functions: Assisting with specimen collection, medication administration support, and patient bathing/grooming as directed
Facility Management: Maintaining hospital cleanliness, managing inventory, restocking supplies, and performing maintenance tasks
Required Qualifications and Knowledge
Minimum 16 years of age; high school diploma desirable
Reliable transportation
Physical capability to stand during entire shifts and lift up to 50 pounds
Knowledge of OSHA standards, medical terminology, and infectious disease transmission
Compassion for animals with ability to handle workplace stress
Professional demeanor and client interaction skills
No prior work experience required.
Core Responsibilities
Animal Care: Daily feeding, watering, and provision of fresh water to patients and boarders
Sanitation: Cage and run cleaning with appropriate disinfection protocols, along with general hospital cleaning of floors, surfaces, dishes, and laundry
Patient Monitoring: Walking dogs, observing animal behavior, monitoring appetite and elimination patterns, and recording observations
Support Functions: Assisting with specimen collection, medication administration support, and patient bathing/grooming as directed
Facility Management: Maintaining hospital cleanliness, managing inventory, restocking supplies, and performing maintenance tasks
Required Qualifications and Knowledge
Minimum 16 years of age; high school diploma desirable
Reliable transportation
Physical capability to stand during entire shifts and lift up to 50 pounds
Knowledge of OSHA standards, medical terminology, and infectious disease transmission
Compassion for animals with ability to handle workplace stress
Professional demeanor and client interaction skills
No prior work experience required.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K PlanSalary : $38,908 - $57,860