Kennel Assistant

Madison Veterinary Hospital; Rainbow (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison Veterinary Hospital in Madison, Alabama, invites you to join our team as a Kennel Assistant. Our growing practice emphasizes patient care and client service, with a dedicated team of three veterinarians supporting a varied small animal caseload.

As a kennel assistant you will care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health, maintain cleanliness, manage supplies, and collaborate to keep operations running smoothly. Weekend and holiday availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking, with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs; flexibility to work weekends/holidays if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Personalized Care: primary caregiver for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper food, exercise and attention.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: monitor behavior and habits, promptly notifying medical team of concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas and grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborate with the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliable and hardworking

Strong communication

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Job description

If your mission is to deliver excellent patient care and client service, you will find your ideal professional home at Madison Veterinary Hospital in Madison, Alabama. We have been a trusted partner in the community since 1979, building strong relationships that result in an outstanding 4.7-star Google rating. We treat every pet like our own, and we are looking for a dedicated teammate ready to join our respected practice and do your best work every day.As a growing practice, you will work alongside a dedicated team, including three experienced veterinarians, to support a varied small animal caseload. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where you can truly connect with your colleagues. Our operating hours are structured to ensure comprehensive medical coverage throughout the week and Saturday, while providing some predictability and consistency for our teammates. Joining our team means committing to a culture focused purely on professional success and continuous improvement.You will have the opportunity to practice high-quality, full-service small animal medicine every day. The medical services provided here cover the entire spectrum of care, including comprehensive Wellness and Prevention protocols, cutting-edge Testing and Diagnostics, and Advanced Care strategies. We also maintain a strong focus on Surgical Procedures and are equipped to manage Urgent Care needs for our established clientele. If you are looking for a place where advanced medical knowledge is applied daily, you will find it here.Madison Veterinary Hospital is proud to serve the dynamic and growing community of Madison, Alabama. This location offers a high quality of life, balancing the convenience of a modern suburban area with a strong focus on community engagement. Joining our team allows you to build a fulfilling career in a community that genuinely values its pet owners and the veterinary professionals who care for them.

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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