Veterinary Kennel Technician

3 weeks ago

South Elgin, United States Cleveland Veterinary Clinic Full time

The kennel technician is responsible for the daily care, feeding and exercise of all boarding and hospitalized pets. He/She is to pay close attention to pets’ status such as signs of stress and changes in eating or elimination habits, promptly notifying technicians and/or veterinarians when a pet needs medical attention. Assisting the technicians and doctors is required, which includes animal restraint, assisting in surgery/treatments and client service. The kennel technician interacts with clients in person and by phone. Proper record documentation and accurate completion of boarding paperwork is critical. A kennel technician must pay close attention to details, understand, and follow proper feeding and sanitation procedures and monitor boarding and hospitalized pets. A kennel technician is also responsible for some hospital maintenance. We offer the potential for growth and the opportunity to train to become a Veterinary Assistant

**Responsibilities and Duties**

*Provide compassionate care to boarding pets and hospitalized patients

*Walk through kennel areas regularly, checking each pet for abnormal activity such as vomiting, diarrhea or blood in the cage/run

*Recognize emergency situations, enlisting the aid of doctors and technicians

*Mark records correctly for abnormal eating/weight/elimination habits

*Feed and water animals according to schedules and special instructions

*Clean and disinfect cages, runs and yards as needed, using hoses and spray bottles for disinfectant. Use squeegees to remove excess water.

*Clean cat litter boxes and disinfect kitty condos.

*Clean and disinfect all water and food bowls.

*Wear personal protective equipment required for each job duty and keep PPE in good working order. PPE includes goggles or face shields, aprons, gloves and/or other equipment assigned.

*Move pets to outside runs to disinfect kennels no less than two times daily. Return animals to correct kennels.

*Replace soiled bedding in cages/runs.

*Operate washer/dryer to clean hospital laundry.

*Give baths to pets on scheduled day of departure, or as necessary during boarding/hospitalization; this may include performing medicated baths or dips.

*Supervise animals when they are in outdoor areas.

*Perform “cuddle time” and “daycare” as requested by the clients

*Assist the receptionist in the boarding pet check-in/out; this includes retrieving and bringing up pet from boarding, taking special instructions for feeding or additional services, returning all personal items upon discharge, and keeping record of all important information.

*Take pets to treatment area for all medical services to be administered.

*Collect any samples (fecal or urine) as requested by a veterinarian.

*Sweep /Vacuum and mop all hospital floors and change all garbage cans

*Keep parking lot and dumpster areas clean.

*Know proper animal handling and restraint techniques

*Maintain food and supply storage

*Understand infectious diseases and how to control and prevent their spread

*Communicate with clients in person and on the phone

Note: This position may require working on weekends or holidays, as well as occasional overtime.

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture.
- High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment.
- Able to work independently.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.21 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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