Kennel Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners; Orlando, Gainesville (FL, FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their team in providing exceptional care for animals. This role involves maintaining a clean and healthy environment for pets, feeding and monitoring their conditions, and assisting veterinary staff in their duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on teamwork and continuous learning, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and their owners. Join a supportive team that values hard work and a positive attitude!

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Educational Assistance for Veterinary Technician Programs

Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7

Discounted Veterinary Care

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunity to make an impact in your community

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and good judgment.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the hospital and kennel area.
• Feed and monitor hospitalized animals and boarders.
• Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with animal care.

Skills

Communication Skills

Judgment

Stress Management

Computer Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Suburban Animal Hospital is a seven-doctor practice in Gainesville, FL. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care with an emphasis on exceptional client service and patient care. We have a strong relationship with the veterinary school as well as local rescue organizations.

We provide teammates with desirable, fulfilling and financially rewarding employment. If you have been looking for a team with a good attitude that is hard-working and eager to learn, look no further! Just remember that of all the things you wear, your smile is the most important!

The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. A day in the life of a Kennel Assistant:

1. Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds.
2. Feed hospitalized animals and boarders.
3. Monitor and record important information about the animals’ conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
4. Walk animals three times a day.
5. Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician/Assistant of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
6. Clean treatment, exam, surgery and lab areas daily.
7. Maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat.
8. Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with restraint and treatment of animals.
9. Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
10. Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians/Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients.

Minimum Requirements:

1. High School diploma or GED preferred.
2. Flexible schedule including some weekend/holiday shifts.
3. Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
4. Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations.
5. Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
6. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.
7. Previous experience as a kennel assistant preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

1. Pay Range of $11.00-$17.25/hour based on experience.
2. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
3. Retirement Plan (401k).
4. Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).
5. Short Term Disability.
6. Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only.
7. SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs.
8. Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7.
9. Discounted Veterinary Care.
10. EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
11. A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth.
12. Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).