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Kennel AssistantBluegrass Animal Hospital • Knoxville, TN, US
Kennel Assistant

Kennel Assistant

Bluegrass Animal Hospital • Knoxville, TN, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

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Kennel Assistant

Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunity Available!

Veterinary Kennel Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care. You will be responsible for providing direct support to the kennel and the care of its patients. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession.

Bluegrass Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice located in Knoxville TN. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative environment. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Animal handling and restraint

  • Walking animals that may need support/assistance

  • Knowledge of basic husbandry/feeding/and nutrition

  • Administering medication to patients

  • Maintain cleanliness of kennel areas

  • Restock and organize kennel supplies

  • Bathe/groom animals

  • Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set


Skills and Qualifications:

  • 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred

  • Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve and handle multiple tasks

  • Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner

  • Must be a team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude.

  • Must be able to anticipate and be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine. Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day.


Benefits and Perks:

  • 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment

  • Medical Insurance Plans with multiple options

  • Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options

  • United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members

  • United Healthcare Vision Insurance options

  • Short Term & Long Term Disability options

  • Team Member Discounts for Pet Care

  • Paid time off-inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation

  • DailyPay on Demand

At Bluegrass Animal Hospital, our mission is to provide our clients and patients with everything necessary to give their pets a happy and long life. Thanks to our on-site laboratory, pharmacy, pet boarding, and examination center, we strive to meet their pet's health and wellness needs.

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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