Kennel Assistant

Skippack, PA; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary facility in Skippack, PA is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to ensure the well-being of animals during their stay. The role involves monitoring health, maintaining cleanliness, and providing care. Full-time employees enjoy benefits like medical, dental, and retirement plans. Flexible hours and a passion for animal care are essential.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and comfort of animals, document treatments.
• Feed and provide fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness of animal housing and perform general housekeeping.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Job description

Skippack Animal Hospitalis hiring a full-time or part-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care for our highly-valued clients and their pets in a warm and welcoming state-of-the-art facility, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement for full-time employees
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.

Salary: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Flexible availability is essential. Shifts are 6:30 am to 2 pm and 12 pm to 7 pm. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

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 Skippack Animal Hospital

Skippack Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility serving dogs, cats, and exotic mammals in Skippack, PA. Our mission is to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care for our highly-valued clients and their pets in a warm and welcoming state-of-the-art facility. Our professional and courteous staff is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative care, and health-related educational opportunities.

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