Kennel Assistant
Kennel Assistant
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Job Description
Newport Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians skilled technicians and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic reliable and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service we would love to hear from you! This role also offers opportunities for growth within the hospital including skill development and hands-on learning.
What to Expect
As you join our mission to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care for our highly-valued clients and their pets in a warm and welcoming state-of-the-art facility expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deservemedical dental vision retirement for full-time employees
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
Salary: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position with a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM including a 1.5-hour lunch break each day. Weekend shifts are on a rotating basis and include: Saturday: 7:30 AM 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM 6:00 PM and Sunday: 7:30 AM 10:30 AM & 4:00 PM 6:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor the health and comfort of animals recognize and respond to emergency situations and report health concerns.
- Document treatments activities and observations.
- Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
- Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
- Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes bowls litter boxes kennels and cages.
- Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
- Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
- Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing food preparation and laundry areas.
- Administer oral and topical medications including flea and tick treatments.
- Assist with checking in and out boarding patients ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
- Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.
Qualifications:
- Passion for animals and their well-being
- Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
AboutNewport Veterinary Hospital
We offer comprehensive medical surgical and dental care for pets in Rock Hill York County SC and all surrounding areas. Our services include routine exams vaccines and blood work as well as bathing and boarding with cat condos and indoor dog runs.
Employment Type
Hourly
