Kennel Assistant Great Paws Lodge & Day Camp

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary services is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to provide exceptional care for pets at their facility. In this role, you will ensure that all animals are well-fed, happy, and comfortable during their stay. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean environment, walking and feeding patients, and monitoring their health. This part-time position offers a chance to work in a compassionate team dedicated to animal welfare, with flexible schedules and opportunities for professional development. If you love animals and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Flexible schedules

Career development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent care for grooming and boarding patients.
• Monitoring patient health and behavior.
• Cleaning and disinfecting kennels and hospital areas.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Effective Communication

Active Listening

Client Satisfaction

Job description

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About Us

Where your pet is treated as if they were our very own.

When you need to board your pet for a weekend stay or a long-term stay, you can count on GPLADC to ensure that your pet is well-fed, happy, and relaxed.

We offer long-term and short-term full-service dog and cat boarding, according to your wishes. Each of our professional staff members are trained in handling and caring for cats and dogs, with a manager always on staff to ensure your beloved furry family member is comfortable and healthy.

About the Role

Reporting to the Practice Manager, the Kennel Assistant provides care to meet the needs of patients visiting for grooming and/or boarding. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe environment, walking, feeding, and administering medication to patients as needed and supervised by Doctors or Technicians.

Key Competencies

• Patience & Compassion
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Active Listening
• Ensuring Client Satisfaction

Essential Responsibilities

• Providing excellent care for grooming and boarding patients
• Admitting patients with attention to specific instructions
• Recording patient information accurately
• Monitoring patient health and behavior
• Handling and restraining patients as needed
• Walking patients regularly for exercise
• Providing appropriate food and liquids
• Ensuring cleanliness and proper identification of patients and cages
• Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages, and hospital areas
• Washing and sterilizing bowls and laundry
• Maintaining hospital grounds and waste management
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; with assistance over 25 pounds
• Practicing OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentives
• Flexible schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Pay Range: USD $15.00 - USD $15.50 /Hr.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Veterinary Services