Kennel Assistant, Receptionist, and Technician

Dr Ferbers Animal Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr Ferbers Animal Hospital in the Town of Florida, New York, is looking for a Kennel Assistant to ensure the care and well-being of animals at our facility. Responsibilities include feeding, grooming, assisting in veterinary management, and maintaining a safe environment.

The ideal candidate should have previous experience in animal care, a passion for helping animals, and excellent customer service skills. Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our patients.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or related fields.
• Passion to help and treat animals.
• Ability to interact with animals calmly.

Responsibilities

• Handle general care tasks such as feeding and grooming of the animals.
• Assist in restraining animals for veterinary management.
• Keep records of animal feedings, treatments, and other updates.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment.

Skills

Animal care experience

Customer service

Calm interaction with animals

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a Kennel Assistant, Technician, and Receptionist to join our team! You will be responsible for the overall care and well‑being of the animals at our facility.

Responsibilities

• Handle general care tasks such as feeding and grooming of the animals
• Assist in restraining animals for veterinary management
• Keep records of animal feedings, treatments, and other updates
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment
• Client communication/education
• Venipuncture and catheter placement, blood drawing
• Sterile surgical preparation
• Pre/post surgery procedures
• Anesthetic monitoring
• Radiology and lab procedures
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic testing
• Client communications/education
• Admitting and discharging patients

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or other related fields
• Passion to help and treat animals
• Ability to interact with animals in a calm, non-threatening manner
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Remain calm and efficient during stressful situations
• Provide excellent customer service
• Able to work in a team capacity