Kennel TechnicianVeterinary Assistant

Carolina Waterfowl Rescue; Indian Trail (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Carolina Waterfowl Rescue in Indian Trail, NC is seeking a full-time animal care colleague to support a busy wildlife hospital. The role involves assisting with medical treatments, keeping accurate care records, triage and housing decisions, and supervising volunteers.

Must be able to work nights and weekends, handle a variety of species, and read medical notes. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and willingness to follow protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have veterinary experience (1 year required).
• Must be committed to caring for wildlife and domestic animals including farm animals, domestic birds and fowl, exotics.
• Must be willing to handle snakes.
• Ability to read and follow directions.
• Background check and preemployment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and administering medical treatments under supervision of the manager.
• Maintain complete and accurate animal care records.
• Determine and provide appropriate triage/emergency care, housing/enclosures and diets including live and dead food items.
• Clean and disinfect all areas as necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary environment throughout the hospital and facility.
• Inventory and maintain clinic/medical supplies.
• Provide oversight, direction and training of volunteers on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties, as assigned, to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization and improve the quality of life for the animals.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend detailed animal care protocols and medical notes.
• Ability to understand or learn basic medical terminology, avian physiology and anatomy.
• Have excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Effectively communicate information on both an individual basis and group situations and have excellent interpersonal skills for interactions with volunteers, other employees.

Education

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedule


• Free food & snacks


• Free uniforms


• Paid time off


• Training & development


• Wellness resources

Job description:

Night and weekends are required.

This is a high-volume facility with annual intakes can reach 10,000. We believe all life has value regardless of species. We have a very generous paid time off policy as well as sick time and bereavement leave. We also offer retirement benefits.

This candidate for this position must be committed to caring for a wide range of wildlife as well as domestic animals including farm animals, domestic birds and fowl, exotics. In addition we have a robust baby songbird program. Must be willing to handle snakes.

Ability to read and follow directions is a must.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Assist with and administering medical treatments under supervision of the manager.


• Maintain complete and accurate animal care records.


• Determine and provide appropriate triage/emergency care, housing/enclosures and diets including live and dead food items.


• Clean and disinfect all areas as necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary environment throughout the hospital and facility.


• Inventory and maintain clinic/medical supplies.


• Provide oversight, direction and training of volunteers on a daily basis.


• Perform other duties, as assigned, to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization and improve the quality of life for the animals.


• Ability to read, write and comprehend detailed animal care protocols and medical notes.


• Ability to understand or learn basic medical terminology, avian physiology and anatomy.


• Have excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work.


• Effectively communicate information on both an individual basis and group situations and have excellent interpersonal skills for interactions with volunteers, other employees.


• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office and data entry, preferably with an electronic patient records system (ex. WRMD, Raptor Med).


• Excellent basic mathematical skills and the ability to accurately work with units of weight, volume and concentration.

This position requires a background check and preemployment drug screening

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Employee discount


• Flexible schedule


• Paid time off


• Retirement plan


• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

• 10 hour shift


• 8 hour shift


• Holidays


• Night shift


• Overtime


• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Indian Trail, NC 28079: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

• In person