Boarding and Kennel Assistant

Seminole, FLOnsiteFull TimePosted 22 days ago

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Required skills

full-time
animal care
veterinary
kennel assistant
monitoring health
emergency situations
document treatments
walk dogs
feed animals
water

Nice to have

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
paid time off
professional development
digital radiography

Role summary

Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Kennel Assistant to provide essential care for animals. This role involves monitoring animal health, administering medications, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with patient check-in/out. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, reliable, has a passion for animals, and can multitask in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include walking dogs, feeding, cleaning kennels and cages, bathing animals, and performing general housekeeping. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities.

Seeking a Kennel Assistant

Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission to [mission statement], expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

Professional development opportunities

Salary: $15.00-$16.00 per hour dependent on experience

Schedule: 40 hour work week, weekends and holidays included

Key Responsibilities: 

Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.

Document treatments, activities, and observations.

Walk dogs in all weather conditions.

Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.

Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.

Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.

Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.

Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.

Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.

Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.

Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Qualifications:

Passion for animals and their well-being

Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital

We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, cold therapy laser, and ultrasound.

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