Weekend Kennel Assistant Jobs

Must have previous animal experience

Responsible for the day-to-day care of patients and boarders

Ensuring the well-being of pets

Must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift and/or move heavy pets and objects

A sense of fun and teamwork – Smiles and laughter are required for all who apply

Dependable and able to work independently

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of proper animal restraint techniques.

Knowledge of infectious diseases and how to control and prevent their spread.

Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.

Provide compassionate care to boarding pets and hospitalized patients.

Record medication instructions on the kennel medication board.

Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment

Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills

Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting

Willing to work flexible hours including weekends

Can work individually, as well as on a team

Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction

Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro

Executive’s Office (AFSCME Local 1229)

Executive, Department of Administrative Services

Criminal Background Check, Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing

No euthanasia work required for this position.

Kennel Assistant 1 Job Functions

Must have previous animal experience

Responsible for the day-to-day care of patients and boarders

Ensuring the well-being of pets

Must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift and/or move heavy pets and objects

A sense of fun and teamwork – Smiles and laughter are required for all who apply

Dependable and able to work independently