Kennel Assistant

• Uphold ethics and promote a culture that is positive and thoughtful.
• Passionate about animal well-being.
• Ability to give feedback to management and not partake in workplace gossip.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with patients, clients, and coworkers.
• Maintain proper documentation and medical records as required by law.
• Comfortable using multiple digital platforms (i.e, Windows, Gmail, and Google Drive). Our software is Neo, a cloud platform, and we will train you if you have not used this program before.
• Pay close attention to details and follow instructions well.

• Provide compassionate care to every patient; required to physically interact with both cats and dogs.
• Re-stock supplies and upkeep the treatment area and exam rooms.
• Prepare workstations for DVM and RVT for all procedures (i.e, patient preparation, procedure preparation, and sterilization of all surgical instruments).
• Ability to follow treatment plans and administer medications.
• Ability to perform grooming tasks, including nail trims and shaving for surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of kennel procedures and strict disease control in the hospital.
• Sanitizing/disinfection of kennels, replacing bedding, and washing and folding laundry.
• Handling and caring for animals to perform work in a humane and safe manner.
• Keeping the hospital clean and orderly.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to deal with high-stress situations calmly and productively.

• Enthusiastic and highly reliable.
• People-oriented, Team-oriented, & Detail-oriented.
• Adaptable/flexible.
• Autonomous/Independent.
• Able to provide a long-term commitment.

• 401(k).
• Dental Insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• PTO.

We are a newly constructed and privately owned small animal clinic. We have a 3000 square foot facility with 5 exam rooms, a large treatment area, dental suite, surgery suite, and Fear Free warming cages. We offer acupuncture and have on call specialists that include: internal medicine, cardiology, and surgery.