Part-Time Kennel Assistant Jobs

At Town & Country Veterinarians we are so proud to be serving the Gainesville, Florida community! Our outstanding reputation is built on excellent customer service, thorough patient care, and our extensive involvement in our local community. We are an AHHA-accredited practice with multiple veterinarians and experienced and enthusiastic staff that enjoy practicing feline friendly medicine. Our veterinarians take great pride in delivering personalized care to ensure each pet leaves our animal hospital happier and healthier than they arrived! We have modern equipment including digital x-ray (full body & dental), ultrasound, electronic medical records (Cornerstone) & a therapeutic laser. Our beautiful hospital sits in the heart of town with a breath-taking sterile surgery suite that looks out onto our palm trees landscape and water fountain. On our second floor of the hospital you'll find doctor offices, our large break room, CE and team meeting room, outdoor terrace, and even an elevator!

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.

Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing and able to work flexible hours and weekends.

Ideal Candidate:

• Can work individually, as well as on a team
• Be compassionate/caring
• Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction

Benefits:

• Corporate discount program
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
• 401k Match
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

Requirements:

• Ability to work in a wet environment
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs

Home to the University of Florida (Go Gators!), Gainesville is a bustling college town with a thriving arts and dining scene. Known as the city "where nature and culture meet," Gainesville is proud of its 30+ miles of biking trails and seven nearby state parks. Located in North Central Florida, Gainesville is less than 70 miles to the Atlantic Beach or Gulf Coast and offers easy access to local natural fresh water springs and lakes - perfect for stand up paddle boarding, relaxing, or fishing. With a two hour drive to Jacksonville, Tampa, and Orlando, you have easy access to all the fun activities Florida has to offer!