Overview
Kennel Assistant Jobs in Charles Town, WV at Hillside Veterinary Hospital
Description
We are seeking a Full-Time Kennel Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Kennel Assistant is responsible for maintaining back of hospital duties. These tasks include: caring for boarding animals, maintaining appropriate feeding schedules/providing prescribed medication to pets, maintaining the kennel area (cleaning and mopping), bathing animals and upholding the highest level of care for all pets. Additional duties may include general cleaning of the hospital and communicating directly with clients.
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Be compassionate/caring
Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
Can work individually, as well as on a team
Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Prior customer service experience
Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
Ability to work in a wet environment
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
401k Match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
Short-term and long-term disability options
Supplemental insurance options
Discounted Veterinary Care
Scrub allowance
Hands-on and E-training
Professional growth opportunities
Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
About Hillside Veterinary Hospital
Hillside Veterinary Hospital is a full-service, small animal veterinary hospital located in Charles Town, West Virginia close to the border with Maryland. Our multi-doctor practice boasts over 75 years of combined experience, providing the highest quality veterinary care for our patients and clients. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care, and fostering special bonds with both clients and their pets. Our well-educated and qualified team members are committed to maintaining a standard of excellence in veterinary medicine. We love to develop staff and have several former staff members now training to be veterinarians to continue to grow the profession!
Title: Kennel Assistant
Company: Hillside Veterinary Hospital
Location: Charles Town, WV
