Kennel Assistant

2 months ago


Bath, Michigan, United States Heartland Veterinary Partners Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Kennel Assistant to join our team at Heartland Veterinary Partners. As a Kennel Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being during their stay with us.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide top-notch care to patients visiting our practice for grooming and/or boarding, including walking, feeding, and administering medication as needed.
  • Ensure a clean and safe environment by cleaning cages, runs, and ward areas, washing laundry, and maintaining a high standard of hygiene.
  • Collaborate with our team to provide exceptional client care, including communicating with clients and teammates to ensure successful client outcomes.
  • Monitor patient health and report any concerns to our veterinary team, ensuring the highest level of care for our patients.
  • Perform administrative tasks such as recording patient information, handling personal property, and maintaining accurate records.
Requirements
  • Previous veterinary experience preferred, but not required.
  • Ability to work on weekends and flexible scheduling.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, teammates, and veterinarians.
  • Physical ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds and assist with lifting heavier patients as needed.
What We Offer
  • Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
  • Health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement benefits or accounts.
  • Bonus incentive for meeting performance goals.
  • Career and professional development opportunities.