Kennel Attendant

Kennel Attendant

Crain Veterinary Center is a small animal practice located in Grain Valley, Missouri. We are a full service veterinary hospital as well as a boarding and daycare facility. Position: The Kennel Attendant position is a key role for our kennel that provides daily care for our hospitalized and boarded animals, as well as assist with kennel maintenance. The position involves cleaning, bathing, grooming, exercising and feeding the animals in our facility. The Attendant is also responsible for cleaning cages, administering medication, and monitoring the behavior of our dogs and cats. The role interacts with the clinical team, clients and supports our customer focused environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Daily care for all animals in our care
• Bathing, grooming, exercising, feeding, administering medication, and monitoring behavior
• Assist with kennel maintenance and cleaning
• Reporting changes in animal behavior, health or concerns to Vet or Hospital Manager
• Maintaining animal records, such as weight, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake and other potential data as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Doctor/Hospital Manager/Kennel Manager
• Washing, drying, and folding laundry
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more, stoop, bend and stand on feet for long periods.

Skills / Qualifications

• High School Diploma or relevant education and work experience
• Previous experience with animals preferred
• Customer service attitude
• Organizational skills
• Team oriented, enjoys working as part of team
• Solid communication skills
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• Schedule is based off of need of the hospital

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Free continuing education
• Mental health support
• And more!