Kennel Assistant

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic is hiring a 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 mission to provide our patients with high-quality compassionate medical care expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• 401(k) plan
• Guardian voluntary benefits
• Generous pet benefits! Because we know your pets are family too.

Salary: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.

Schedule: Flexible schedule as our kennel operates 7 days a week. 6 am- 8 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

About Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic

As a full-service AAHA-accredited veterinary medical facility in Peoria Illinois we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch medical surgical and dental care through our professional and courteous staff. Our team is highly skilled in PennHip evaluations A-Stamp certifications TPLO procedures orthopedic surgery abdominal ultrasounds and echocardiography. We are dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership preventative healthcare and providing health-related education.