What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Silver Creek Animal Clinic LLC?
Silver Creek Animal Clinic is looking for a Kennel Assistant to help care for our community's animal companions and to support our Veterinarians. At Silver Creek Animal Clinic, our kennel assistants play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. We rely on our assistants to help our clinic run smoothly and to assist Veterinarians during examinations and treatments. If you are organized, quick on your feet, enjoy cleaning and have the ability to be flexible with a dynamic workday, then please apply.
Responsibilities
- Clean kennels
- Perform general housekeeping tasks daily
- Sterilize equipment and deep clean examination and surgery rooms
- Help in cases of emergencies
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to take direction and learn new skills
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Enjoys cleaning tasks
Work/Life Balance
- 4-Day workweek with no weekend shifts (One shift is 9 A.M.-7 P.M.)
- Free Gym membership and/or the Calm app
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Silverton, OR 97381 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18