Boarding and Kennel or Grooming
Boarding and Kennel or Grooming
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Job Description
Kennel Assistant
Palmetto Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-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!
What to Expect:
As you join our team expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deservemedical dental vision retirementplus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
- Paid time off- Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO. Take the time you need to recharge.
Salary:$12-$14 per hour
Schedule:Monday-Friday 7:30am- 6
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
About Palmetto Animal Hospital
Were focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services our hospital is equipped with digital radiography in-house labs cold laser therapy ultrasound echocardiogram doppler-bp and I-131 radiation. We also offer TPLO/TTA surgery and hyperthyroid cat care.
Employment Type
Hourly
