Emergency Pet Care Kennel Assistant

Brief Media, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Career growth

Continuing education

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their team. The role involves caring for animal patients, sanitation of the facility, and assisting with basic patient care under supervision.

Responsibilities include observing patients, feeding and bedding, restraining patients during treatments, and maintaining equipment. This is a fast-paced, team-oriented position with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to observe patients for health concerns and report findings to senior staff.
• Willingness to assist with basic patient care and safe restraint when needed.
• Ability to clean and disinfect hospital areas to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients for obvious signs of health concerns and report findings to senior staff.
• Clean and disinfect areas of the hospital as often as necessary to maintain high standards of care.
• Prepare patient meals, clean patient cages and bedding, and maintain litter boxes.
• Safely approach and restrain cooperative patients as needed during treatments.
• Provide routine attention to patients, including walking dogs.
• Effectively clean and maintain hospital equipment and tools.
• Quantify patient voids and report findings to senior Veterinary Assistant or Technician.
• Remove and wash soiled laundry and keep clean laundry stocked.
• Patrol facility regularly to ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Cleaning

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their team. The role involves caring for animal patients, sanitation of the facility, and assisting with basic patient care under supervision.

Responsibilities include observing patients, feeding and bedding, restraining patients during treatments, and maintaining equipment. This is a fast-paced, team-oriented position with opportunities for growth within the organization.