Kennel Attendant Jobs

Kennel Attendant
Spring Hill Vet Clinic

Summary: Spring Hill Vet Clinic

Position:
The Kennel Attendant position is a key role for our kennel that provides daily care for our boarded animals and assist with kennel maintenance. The position involves cleaning, bathing, grooming, exercising and feeding our boarded animals. The Attendant is also responsible for cleaning cages, administering medication, and monitoring the behavior of our boarded dogs. The role interacts with the clinical team, clients and supports our customer focused environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Washing, drying, and folding laundry
• Other duties as assigned by Doctor/Hospital Manager/Kennel Manager
• Reliable transportation required
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more, stoop, bend and stand on feet for long periods.
• Reporting changes in animal behavior, health or concerns to Vet or Hospital Manager
• Daily care for boarded animals
• Maintaining animal records, such as weight, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake and other potential data as needed
• Assist with kennel maintenance and cleaning
• Bathing, grooming, exercising, feeding, administering medication, and monitoring behavior

Skills / Qualifications:

• Team oriented, enjoys working as part of team
• Organizational skills
• Solid communication skills
• Customer service attitude
• Previous experience with animals preferred
• High School Diploma or relevant education and work experience

Work Location: In person