Kennel Assistant (PT)

Southern Veterinary Partners; Murrayville (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Veterinary Partners seeks a Kennel Assistant to provide essential care for animals at their Murrayville clinic. The role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth, requiring a high school diploma and strong communication skills. Benefits include discounted veterinary care and educational support.

Benefits

Discounted veterinary care

Educational assistance for veterinary technician programs

Teladoc services

Collaborative professional network

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Physical capacity to lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a clean and healthy environment for animals.
• Feeding and walking animals three times daily.
• Monitoring and recording animals’ conditions and behavior.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Stress Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Murrayville Veterinary Clinic is a small animal hospital serving the Murrayville community since 1980. Our practice offers ultrasound, radiography, and laser therapy. We value relationships with our patients, clients, and colleagues. We believe you can be busy, provide excellent care, and still enjoy your job.

Gainesville-Hall County has a population of 190,000 but retains a small-town charm. We are 50 miles from Atlanta, 30 miles from the Appalachian Trail, and on the shores of Lake Lanier. The area offers cultural and recreational opportunities, making it a great location for anyone.

Our team consists of compassionate, attentive, and loyal individuals. If you are looking to join a collaborative team that shares your passion for veterinary medicine, we encourage you to apply today!

The Kennel Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for the animals at the hospital. A typical day includes:

• Maintaining cleanliness of the hospital, including kennels, runs, treatment areas, and outside grounds.
• Feeding hospitalized animals and boarders.
• Monitoring and recording animals’ conditions, behavior, and habits.
• Walking animals three times daily.
• Notifying the Doctor or Veterinary Assistant of any medical or behavioral issues.
• Cleaning treatment, exam, surgery, and lab areas daily.
• Maintaining laundry and keeping the laundry area organized.
• Assisting the Doctor and Veterinary Technicians/Assistants with restraint and treatment of animals.
• Monitoring and maintaining inventory of food, cleaning supplies, and laundry supplies.
• Performing other duties that support the clinic's operations and client services.

Qualifications include:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Physical and mental capacity to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Previous kennel technician experience is preferred.

We offer a pay range up to $15/hour based on experience, along with benefits such as discounted veterinary care, educational assistance for veterinary technician programs, Teladoc services, and a collaborative professional network.

Our team’s dedication has led to remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs over 8,000 employees nationwide. We have been recognized as one of Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” in 2022 and ranked among Inc. 5000’s “Fastest Growing Companies in America” multiple years.