Kennel Assistant

Murfreesboro, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $8.00 - $13.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

health care plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

short term disability

Paid Time Off

educational assistance

Teladoc

discounted Veterinary Care

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Animal Care Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) accredited veterinary practice that has proudly served the Murfreesboro community since 1961. Specializing in the care of small animals, pocket pets, and exotic animals, the hospital provides comprehensive veterinary services aimed at maintaining and improving the health and wellbeing of a diverse range of pets. The hospital emphasizes client education about the benefits of regular bi-annual physical exams, wellness bloodwork, vaccinations, parasite screenings, and preventative treatments for fleas, ticks, and heartworms. Additionally, it offers advanced complementary therapies such as chiropractic and acupuncture, ensuring holistic patient care.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
flexible schedule including some weekend/holiday shifts
must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations
must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment
must be able to lift 50+ lbs
previous experience as a kennel assistant

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred
must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations
previous experience as a kennel assistant

Job Duties

Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds
feed hospitalized animals and boarders
monitor and record important information about the animals' conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.)
walk animals three times a day
notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician/Assistant of unusual medical or behavioral problems
clean treatment, exam, surgery and lab areas daily
maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat
assist the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with restraint and treatment of animals
monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians/Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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