Kennel Assistant

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing veterinary practice in Gig Harbor is seeking a Kennel Assistant to support veterinarians and ensure the safety and comfort of pets. The role includes maintaining cleanliness, assisting with patient care, and providing excellent service to clients. Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality care and enjoy a rewarding workplace with great benefits.

Benefits

401K with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

Annual uniforms provided

CE opportunities

Paid time off

Personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in an animal care setting preferred.
• Basic communication skills with a customer-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the hospital and stock supplies.
• Provide quality care and service to clients.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Compassion

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Uptown Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team.The Kennel Assistant supports and assists the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit and maintain hospital cleanliness.

Uptown Animal Hospital is a growing General Practice and Urgent Care Hybrid facility in the beautiful city of Gig Harbor. We are open seven days a week and are an AAHA accredited facility. Our team is a compassionate group of veterinary professionals that includeUrgent Care and General Practice veterinarians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, Kennel assistants and Customer Service representatives who work as a cohesive team, providing quality, compassionate care to the surrounding communities because they love what they do and have fun doing it. Our clients are loyal, and we boast a high retention rate in our general practice as well as providing urgent care services, should the need arise. We are a full-service hospitalproviding in-house diagnostics, digital radiology (including dental), ultrasonography, an onsite pharmacy and a state-of-the-art surgical suite. We also provide a feline only waiting area and exam room to limit the stress to our feline patients. Our lobby provides ample space for our human clients, making them as comfortable as possible during their visit.

In addition to providing a fun and rewarding workplace, we also offer a wonderful benefit package including 401K with company match, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, annual uniforms provided, competitive salary, CE opportunities, Paid time off and personal pet care discounts.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.
• Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between each appointment.
• Set up kennels/cages for hospitalized patients.
• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas.
• Maintain a clean hospital including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, disposing of trash, and laundry, etc..
• Stock supplies and products.
• Provide professional, efficient, quality care, and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity.
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets.
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care.
• Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Experience in an animal care setting is preferred but not required.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach.
• Basic judgement and problem-solving skills.
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners.
• Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to identify and foresee problems, present solutions and collaborate as a team player.

Benefits include (after 90 days of employment):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision available for full time employees.
• HSA and FSAplans available.
• Pet Discount.
• 401k with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Uniform allowance.
• PTO and Holiday pay (full time)
• And more!