Description
Are you passionate about animals and looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference in their lives Pieper Veterinary is looking to hire a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our team! If you have a love for animals, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a friendly, supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier.
What to Expect:
- Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within.
- Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, an annual symposium, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your career goals!
- Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it’s easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.
About You:
We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same. Communication is key in our industry, and we are looking for people who navigate both client and interpersonal communication with skill and ease.
The ideal candidate will be a self-started and can work independently, have a genuine love for animals, a strong work ethic, and the ability to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. As a Kennel Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the well-being of the animals in our care, maintaining cleanliness at Middletown Animal Control Shelter, and assisting with daily operations, such as cleaning, feeding, and walking the animals. Prior animal handling experience is preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure a comfortable and sanitary environment for all patients.
- Responsible for care of shelter animals including keeping all wards and kennels properly cleaned and disinfected, exercising, feeding, laundry.
- General cleaning of public and employee areas and building and yard maintenance to maintain clean, odor-free, and attractive environment. Housekeeping and laundry duties for all areas.
- Properly maintain equipment according to maintenance schedule.
- Observe patients while on site for signs of illness, parasites and disease control, assessment of change in patient status.
- Report any abnormalities or concerns to the ACO officer in charge and hospital manager.
- Under direction of veterinarian and ACO officers, administer oral medications.
Anticipated Schedule:
This is a part-time position with an alternating schedule of 4 and 3 days weekly:
Week 1: Saturday, Sunday and 2 Weekdays – 7am – 9am AND 4pm – 6pm (Each day is a total of 4 hours)
Week 2: 3 Weekdays – 7am – 9am AND 4pm – 6pm (Each day is a total of 4 hours)
Compensation:
$16.50 an hour
What’s in it for you
- Supportive culture with social events & team building
- Career Growth & Training Opportunities
- Mental Health Focused Services
We know it’s not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!
Requirements
- A genuine love for animals and the ability to care for them professionally and compassionately.
- Experience with animals is preferred.
- Ability to lift heavy objects and be on your feet for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
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