Overview
Veterinary Receptionist Jobs in Blue Ridge, GA at Mountain Emergency Animal Center
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Kennel Attendant
Reports to: Animal Care Manager
Classification: hourly
General Description: Kennel Attendants are responsible for ensuring the wellbeing of Humane Fort Wayne’s shelter pets by providing all of their day-to-day care. This includes direct animal interaction with both canines and felines, maintenance of a hygienic and sanitary environment, monitoring inventory of products and supplies, and regular communication with our behavioral and veterinary teams.
Follow all established animal care protocols and procedures
Ensure that all shelter pets are well cared for, have adequate food and water, have clean and dry kennels/blankets/toys, have adequate exercise, and have opportunities for elimination and socialization
Maintain clean, sanitary and hygienic conditions for all shelter pets
Monitor inventory/supply levels on a daily basis
Communicate regularly with the Behavioral and Veterinary teams with questions/concerns.
Other duties as assigned by the Animal Care Manager
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Possesses sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to meet the requirements of the position.
Be in good general health.
Be capable of strenuous physical activity, including walking, running, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, cleaning, climbing a ladder, lifting up to 50 pounds, and handling large and/or difficult animals.
Have experience in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel and Word), Microsoft Windows operating systems, email and the Internet.
Be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently and correctly.
Be able to communicate skillfully and effectively with staff, volunteers, and the community in a professional, respectful manner.
Be able to perform multiple tasks in an organized and efficient manner.
Be able to operate mechanical equipment such as a telephone, computer keyboard and mouse, calculator, and copy machine.
Be able to operate a large motorized vehicle.
Be able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Be able to handle difficult situations in a courteous manner.
Working Conditions:
Will need to handle frightened and dangerous animals.
Will be exposed to: dangerous animals, animals with infectious diseases, infectious/hazardous waste, animal waste products, hazardous chemicals and cleaning products.
May be subject to frequent interruptions.
Minimum qualifications:
Three years experience in animal care.
Current Tetanus vaccination.
Current active driver’s license with reliable transportation.
Updated 7/30/21
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Work Remotely
No
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 – $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Shift:
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Day shift
Work Days:
Every weekend
Holidays
Experience:
Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Receptionist
Company: Mountain Emergency Animal Center
Location: Blue Ridge, GA
