Kennel Assistant - Boarding & Grooming

Overview

Sugar Hill Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a

Kennel Assistant to join our team!

Pay Details: $14 - $15/hr depending on experience

What We Are Looking For: Sugar Hill Animal Hospital is looking for Pet Care Technician that are self-motivated, upbeat and have a passion for animals.

Client interaction is a big part of our job as well. This job is labor intensive. You will be on your feet and outside in the elements 10+ hours a day.

What We Offer:

A dynamic and supportive team environment where collaboration and compassion are valued.

Opportunities for growth and advancement within our rapidly expanding practice.

Get the work-life balance you deserve with a great schedule

Competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401K plan with company match

Job Summary: The Kennel Assistant provides daily care, feeding and exercise of boarding and hospitalized animals.

The Kennel Assistant also pays close attention to animals' general health signs such as signs of stress and changes in eating or elimination habits, promptly notifying technicians and veterinarians when a pet needs medical attention. The Kennel Assistant interacts with clients in person and by phone and e-mail. Proper record documentation and accurate completion of boarding forms and cage cards is critical. The Kennel Assistant must pay close attention to details, understand, and follow proper feeding and sanitation procedures and monitor boarding and hospitalized pets.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

The purpose of this position is to provide care and the basic needs of animals that are being boarded, attending doggie daycare, getting bathed or that are patients of Sugar Hill Animal Hospital. Duties will include but are not limited to:

o To provide daily care, feeding and exercise of boarding, daycare and hospitalized pets

o To thoroughly clean and disinfect the ward areas of the hospital as often as is necessary

(i.e. to ensure no cages or runs are soiled and odors are not apparent).

o Patrol hospital grounds daily, picking up any trash and stool material

o Maintain the facility grounds and ward areas

o A Pet Care Technician also interacts with clients so they must be friendly and personable.

o To bathe and provide Tender Loving Care to boarded, daycare and hospitalized animals.

o Applicants should be confident while handling and restraining animals while using appropriate procedures and possess the ability to walk animals

o Must be able to lift and control 50+lbs animals

In addition, regular attendance, timeliness, and strong communication are essential. This is for a part time and / or full time position.

If this sounds like you, we would love to have you join our team!

Pay is based on experience. Training available. Must be 18 years or older.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Confidence around animals and pets.

• Knowledge of proper animal restraint techniques.

• Knowledge of infectious diseases and how to control and prevent their spread.

• Must have reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and ability to speak the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

• Must be in the process of obtaining or have attained a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.