Southern Veterinary Partners
Kennel Assistant
Southern Veterinary Partners, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28403
Kennel Assistant Position At College Road Animal Hospital
College Road Animal Hospital is located in historic Wilmington, North Carolina. Close to colorful beaches, a scenic Riverwalk, and a plethora of outdoor activities, our 5-doctor, first-class, small animal hospital has been providing comprehensive veterinary care in our community for over 30 years. Our rock star team is collaborative, practices cutting edge medicine, and is dedicated to helping pets live longer, healthier lives. If you are a passionate and caring team player, we invite you to send us a resume or apply today! The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. A day in the life of a Kennel Assistant includes: Maintaining the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds. Feeding hospitalized animals and boarders. Monitoring and recording important information about the animals' conditions, behavior, and habits. Walking animals three times a day. Notifying the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician/Assistant of unusual medical or behavioral problems. Cleaning treatment, exam, surgery, and lab areas daily. Maintaining laundry throughout the day and keeping the laundry area neat. Assisting the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with restraint and treatment of animals. Monitoring and maintaining the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc. Performing other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist, and Veterinarian Technicians/Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients, and service to the clients. High School diploma or GED preferred. Flexible schedule including some weekend/holiday shifts. Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment, and be able to manage stressful situations. Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. Previous experience as a kennel assistant. Pay range of $11-13/hour based on experience. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth 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! Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).
College Road Animal Hospital is located in historic Wilmington, North Carolina. Close to colorful beaches, a scenic Riverwalk, and a plethora of outdoor activities, our 5-doctor, first-class, small animal hospital has been providing comprehensive veterinary care in our community for over 30 years. Our rock star team is collaborative, practices cutting edge medicine, and is dedicated to helping pets live longer, healthier lives. If you are a passionate and caring team player, we invite you to send us a resume or apply today! The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. A day in the life of a Kennel Assistant includes: Maintaining the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds. Feeding hospitalized animals and boarders. Monitoring and recording important information about the animals' conditions, behavior, and habits. Walking animals three times a day. Notifying the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician/Assistant of unusual medical or behavioral problems. Cleaning treatment, exam, surgery, and lab areas daily. Maintaining laundry throughout the day and keeping the laundry area neat. Assisting the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with restraint and treatment of animals. Monitoring and maintaining the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc. Performing other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist, and Veterinarian Technicians/Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients, and service to the clients. High School diploma or GED preferred. Flexible schedule including some weekend/holiday shifts. Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment, and be able to manage stressful situations. Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. Previous experience as a kennel assistant. Pay range of $11-13/hour based on experience. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth 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! Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).