Overview
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist Jobs in Southampton, PA at SOUTHAMPTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL
The Kennel Technician is responsible for managing the dogs, front desk, and ensuring that the clients have a pleasant experience. This position is also responsible for caring for the dogs such as grooming, walking, feeding, medicating, cleaning up after, bathing and other general husbandry duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Cleaning/tidying the training center, and any area where training took place
Calling and booking potential training clients
Positively interacting with clients in person, via email/text/phone.
Interact with the dogs in a safe manner
Feed the dogs based on any dietary needs
Medicate the dogs as needed
Dog baths and nail trims
Taking dogs to assigned areas for potty breaks
Perform a wide range of cleaning duties, including but not limited to cleaning the floors, food dishes, eliminations and equipment in accordance with dog facility care standards
Keep track of daily schedule for trainers, walks, meals, and break times
Manage the dog’s personal belongings such as leash, food items, and toys
Assist with preparing the dog for pick up
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Excellent communication skills.
Must have a love for dogs and a keen sense for animal safety.
Must be observant. Mention the word “radiant” in your cover letter
Lift 50+ pounds.
Knowledge of dog maintenance and care
Be a team player and hard worker
Must be coachable
Must be organized and able to prioritize and multi-task
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
Possess basic knowledge of workplace sanitation and safety procedures
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand their entire shift and frequently must walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is essential. The employee is regularly exposed to unusual elements, such as high temperatures, dirt, dust, humidity, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Other hazards may include, but are not limited to, cuts from scratches, slipping, tripping, and falls. The employee is frequently required to sustain contact and immersion of hands in water and sanitation solutions, and is frequently expected to wash their hands. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Shift:
4 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Evening shift
Work Days:
Monday to Friday
No weekends
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
What is your history working with dogs?
Why do you want to work for this company?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Company: SOUTHAMPTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Location: Southampton, PA
