Kennel Assistant

Great Plains Veterinary Clinic; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Great Plains Veterinary Clinic in Hobbs, New Mexico, is looking for a Kennel Assistant to ensure that the daily needs of animals in care are met. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, playing with, and maintaining records of the animals. Ideal candidates should love animals and possess knowledge of animal handling. They should be organized and able to work both independently and as part of a team. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals desired.
• Familiarity with animal handling procedures and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Meet the basic and higher needs for all animals under our care, including feeding.
• Play or walk the animals, as needed.
• Clean kennels and work areas daily.
• Wash bedding and toys.
• Greet and assist customers or adopters.
• Maintain excellent records of all animals.

Skills

Experience working with animals

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! As a Kennel Assistant, you will be providing daily care for the animals we are responsible for, ensuring all of their needs are met. That can include feeding them, cleaning their kennels and play spaces, engaging them in play, walking them, and more. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining excellent records of the animals and their care, including temperament and preferences. The ideal candidate loves animals, has basic knowledge of good animal handling procedures, and works well independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet the basic and higher needs for all animals under our care, including feeding
• Play or walk the animals, as needed
• Clean kennels and work areas daily
• Wash bedding and toys
• Greet and assist customers or adopters
• Maintain excellent records of all animals

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals desired
• Familiarity with animal handling procedures and best practices
• Strong organizational skills