Overview
Kennel Technician Jobs in Saint Augustine, FL at Matanzas River Animal Hospital
Full Job Description
Animal Wellness Attendants are responsible for the safety, well being, and husbandry care of all boarded animals. Daily tasks will include feeding, walking, bathing, record keeping for monitoring overall wellness during stay, and upkeep on the cleanliness of cages, runs, wards, and all other areas of the hospital.
“Drug Free Workplace”
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
Can work unaffected in an environment where dogs are barking.
Must be available to work weekends and holidays to be considered for an animal wellness attendant position. This is non negotiable.
Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals and food bags (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting anything over 40 lbs). Walking or standing for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent or kneeling position.
Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Provides compassionate care to patients.
Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
Receives animals to be admitted, is responsible for their proper identification and for recording their respective locations.
Releases animals to their owners as directed by the doctor; ensures that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release.
Has the ability to communicate with owners and make them feel comfortable with leaving their pet(s) in our care.
Can follow a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls throughout the day as needed.
Can feed each animal as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the owner has requested while keeping record of appetite.
Understands the importance of prioritizing tasks and keeps oneself busy and productive during work shifts.
Can maintain laundry for the kennel, grooming and hospital.
Maintains the grounds of the property including waste disposal, light maintenance of landscape upkeep and general building maintenance.
Can give baths and brush out patients.
Can give hospital and kennel tours while highlighting features that differentiate us from other kennels and hospitals in our area.
Can recognize and report any unusual condition, abnormal behavior, or threat to the overall wellness of our patients.
Can assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint.
Cleans equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; understands the importance of safe use of these chemicals in our facility.
Maintains the cleanliness of the hospital each day.
Understands and carries out the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain the hospital cleanliness, the equipment, and overall appearance of the hospital.
Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.’
‘Work Location: * One locationWork Remotely
No
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Shift:
8 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Day shift
Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus opportunities
Work Days:
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Title: Kennel Technician
Company: Matanzas River Animal Hospital
Location: Saint Augustine, FL
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