Kennel Assistant

Hiram Animal Hospital; Hiram (GA); Presencial; USD 16.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

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Benefits package

PTO

401(k) plan

Descripción de la vacante

Hiram Animal Hospital in Hiram, GA is seeking a team-oriented veterinary assistant to monitor the health and comfort of animals, document treatments, and assist with daily care and client interactions.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability and flexibility in a fast-paced setting. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan for full-time staff.

Formación

• Love for animals and their well-being.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize emergencies, and report concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, kennels, and cages.
• Change soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals before discharge.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Assist with check-in/out of boarding patients and ensure proper labeling.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play.

Conocimientos

Animal compassion

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Descripción del empleo

What to Expect

As you join our team , expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

Salary

$14.00 per hour dependent on experience

Schedule

Rotating 3 full weekdays open- close (7:00am-6:00 or 6:30pm) with one weekend split shift(7:30am-12:30pm and 3:30-6:30pm). Or 2 full week days, one 1/2 week day and a split weekend shift. Weekend shifts may vary from Saturday to Sunday each week. Schedule may be altered to add extra shifts during busy holiday times.
MUST BE AVAILABLE WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

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

Why Hiram Animal Hospital in Hiram, GA?

We’re 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, CO2 laser, ultrasound, oxygen cage, nebulizer, EKG. We also offer cryosurgery and TPLO/TTA.