Kennel Assistant

Oak View Animal Hospital; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak View Animal Hospital in Hoover, Alabama seeks a Kennel Assistant to provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health and behavior, and maintain a clean, safe environment. You will support the medical team by communicating observations and ensuring smooth daily operations in a busy, family-friendly facility.

The role requires physical fitness to lift 50+ lbs and a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays; previous kennel experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and good judgment.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care: primary caregiver for boarding and daycare pets.
• Be the eyes and ears of animal health: monitor behavior and alert medical team.
• Create a safe, clean environment: maintain kennels, runs and grounds.
• Ensure operational excellence: manage supplies and collaborate with team.

Skills

Animal care

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

For over 40 years since 1981, Oak View Animal Hospital has served the Hoover, Alabama community as a trusted partner in comprehensive veterinary care. You will be joining an established hospital known for personalized care and medical excellence, reflected by our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating and major local recognition as "Best Veterinarian in Shelby County" by Shelby Living Magazine and one of the "Best Veterinarians in Birmingham" by Birmingham Magazine. We treat our patients like our own, and we invite you to do your best work alongside a highly respected team that truly believes in improving lives.Your professional growth is a priority at Oak View Animal Hospital. As a crucial teammate, you will join a hospital that is supported by a network dedicated to investing in its people. This partnership provides our teammates access to comprehensive mentorship and robust educational resources designed to help you grow professionally, whether you are seeking to advance into leadership or achieve a credentialed veterinary technician status. We ensure all teammates have the tools, guidance, and access to internal specialty consultations necessary to succeed in a demanding yet rewarding medical environment.We pride ourselves on offering full-service medical support for small animals, ensuring you have the resources needed to deliver high-quality patient outcomes. The scope of our services is comprehensive, covering everything from foundational Wellness and Prevention programs to advanced capabilities like sophisticated Testing and Diagnostics and complex Surgical Procedures. You will also be actively involved in providing critical Urgent Care services to the community, making this an ideal environment if you are looking to continuously sharpen your diagnostic skills and expand your expertise in Advanced Care modalities.Located in Hoover, Alabama, you will find yourself in one of the Birmingham metro area's most desirable and family-friendly suburbs. Hoover offers an excellent quality of life with abundant outdoor activities, premier shopping, and easy access to the vibrant cultural centers of Birmingham. If you appreciate a warm, established community setting combined with metropolitan amenities, Hoover provides the perfect backdrop for balancing your professional commitment to patient care with a rich and fulfilling personal life.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

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