Kennel Assistant

Highland Animal Hospital Inc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Animal Hospital is seeking a seasonal Kennel Assistant dedicated to providing exceptional care for animals and service to clients. Responsibilities include monitoring animal health, administering medications, and maintaining facility cleanliness. Ideal candidates are passionate about animal welfare, well-organized, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

401(k) plan for full-time employees

Employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care and communication is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and comfort of animals and respond to emergencies.
• Feed animals and maintain cleanliness of the facility.
• Administer medications and interact with clients.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Highland Animal Hospital is hiring a seasonal Kennel Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

As you join our mission to provide our patients with the level of care we would demand for our own pets, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule:12-hour shifts on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

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

About Highland Animal Hospital

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, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, CO2 laser, cold laser therapy, and ultrasound. We also offer exotic animal care.

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