Kennel and Boarding Assistant

Responsibilities

• As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
• All the benefits you deserve- medical, dental, vision, and retirement for full time employees.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge for full time employees.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too .
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
• Salary: $10.00 - $14.50 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Schedule: This role requires availability Monday through Friday between 7:15 AM and 6:00 PM. Every other weekend and all holidays are mandatory.
• 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.

Requirements

• Must have experience working with animals
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• About Northgate Animal Hospital

Benefits

Additional Information

Northgate Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time or part time Kennel Assistants 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! Our hospital is growing, and we're excited to expand our team! We're looking for a dedicated veterinary professional who's passionate about providing exceptional client and patient care. As our client base continues to grow, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive, collaborative, and thriving team environment. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

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