Kennel Assistant

United Veterinary Care; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is looking for a passionate and dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their team in Louisville. In this part-time role, you will play a vital part in patient care by providing direct support to the kennel, ensuring cleanliness, and assisting with animal handling. This position is perfect for animal lovers who thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy staying active. Join a compassionate team committed to high-quality care and responsible pet ownership, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families in your community.

Benefits

401K with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary clinical setting is preferred.
• Ability to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the kennel and care for its patients.
• Maintain cleanliness of the boarding area and clinic.
• Administer medication and bathe/groom animals.

Skills

Animal handling and restraint

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to handle stressful situations

Teamwork

Physical strength (lifting pets)

Education

Professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting

Job description

Kennel Assistant (Part-Time)

Gailor Animal Hospital is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals at our hospital in Louisville. Kennel Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care. You will be responsible for providing direct support to the kennel and the care of its patients.

Our full-service veterinary medical facility boasts a highly trained, compassionate, and knowledgeable team seeking to provide the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for our patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. At Gailor Animal Hospital, we strive to offer high-quality, compassionate care to the pets and their families in our community.

If you’re passionate about animals and enjoy staying active while at work, we’d love to hear from you!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Animal handling and restraint
2. Walk animals that may need support/assistance
3. Knowledge of basic husbandry/feeding/and nutrition
4. Administer medication to patients
5. Maintain cleanliness of boarding area and clinic
6. Restock and organize kennel supplies
7. Bathe/groom animals
8. Continue to advance knowledge base and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

1. Professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred
2. Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
3. Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
4. Team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude
5. Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds

Benefits and Perks:

1. 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
2. Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to care, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.