What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital is searching for a part-time Kennel Attendant to join our team! This is a great opportunity for highly motivated candidates who are looking to start their veterinary career!
This is a flexible, part-time role and will include some weekends and holidays as needed.
The Ideal Candidate
Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital is a small animal clinic that provides a range of services, including general wellness, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, day care, cremation services, and more! Our clients are dedicated to their pets, providing a diverse and varied case load, and our support staff is skilled and friendly. The JFPH team is committed to client education and ensuring our clients understand the “why” behind procedures. Our hospital is AAHA-accredited, utilizes Fear Free techniques, and is well-equipped with digital radiology, laser therapy, ultrasound, and more.
This is a flexible, part-time role and will include some weekends and holidays as needed.
The Ideal Candidate
- Comfortable around dogs and cats
- Upbeat, positive personality
- Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities
- Enjoys connecting with clients as well as the team
- Friendly personality and excellent customer service skills
- Remains calm in emotional, stressful, and fast-paced environments
- Committed to a career in veterinary medicine with interest in growth and ongoing training
- Experience in a veterinary office or other animal-related career is a plus, but not required
- Animal handling, walking, feeding, cleaning, etc.
- Observation of behaviors, and knowing when to alert a veterinarian or technician about a change in one of the patients
- The position is physical and involves a lot of standing and walking, lifting, and many chores throughout the hospital such as cleaning, dishes, restocking, garbage, and laundry
- $13.00 – $15.00/hour (based on experience)
- Full-time benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K, Employee Assistance Program
- Career growth
Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital is a small animal clinic that provides a range of services, including general wellness, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, day care, cremation services, and more! Our clients are dedicated to their pets, providing a diverse and varied case load, and our support staff is skilled and friendly. The JFPH team is committed to client education and ensuring our clients understand the “why” behind procedures. Our hospital is AAHA-accredited, utilizes Fear Free techniques, and is well-equipped with digital radiology, laser therapy, ultrasound, and more.
- To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.WVP 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
Salary : $13 - $15