Kennel Assistant FT

Join to apply for the Kennel Assistant FT role at American Veterinary Group (AVG) 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Kennel Assistant FT role at American Veterinary Group (AVG) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Description We are seeking a Department: General Practice Hospitals Location: Hillside Veterinary Hospital Description We are seeking a Full-Time Kennel Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Kennel Assistant is responsible for maintaining back of hospital duties. These tasks include: caring for boarding animals, maintaining appropriate feeding schedules/providing prescribed medication to pets, maintaining the kennel area (cleaning and mopping), bathing animals and upholding the highest level of care for all pets. Additional duties may include general cleaning of the hospital and communicating directly with clients. Ideal Candidate Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills Be compassionate/caring Willing to work flexible hours including weekends Can work individually, as well as on a team Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Prior customer service experience Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting Ability to work in a wet environment Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options) 401k Match Generous paid time off (PTO) Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave One (1) Work/Life Balance day off Short-term and long-term disability options Supplemental insurance options Discounted Veterinary Care Scrub allowance Hands-on and E-training Professional growth opportunities Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other Industries Veterinary Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at American Veterinary Group (AVG) by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Kennel Assistant” roles. Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Veterinary Group (AVG)