Kennel Assistant

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Well Haven Pet Health is built on a foundation of "Well People, Well Pets, Well Practice, and Well Community" it's the heart of everything we do. With over 40 hospitals and growing, we are committed to supporting our teams with a positive culture, strong mentorship, and opportunities for growth. Our collaborative, team-centered approach ensures that both pets and people receive the care and support they deserve.

Join us in shaping the future of veterinary medicine - Come Grow with Us!

The Kennel Assist antis responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the hospital. This includes cleaning kennels, floors, counters, and exam rooms. Additionally, the incumbent will assist in organizing the hospital by storing incoming orders and restocking supplies in cabinets, drawers, and the refrigerator.

Main Accountabilities:

• Perform cleaning tasks, including kennels, floors, counters, and exam rooms
• Complete all assigned hospital duties before the end of the shift
• Organize the hospital, restock supplies in an orderly manner, and notify the team when supplies are running low or need to be reordered
• Contribute to the day-to-day flow and efficiency of the hospital
• Assist with patient restraint when needed
• Follow hospital protocols to maintain a sterile, clean, organized environment

Customer Service Delivery:

• Consistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients

Other:

• Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
• Ability to perform other job duties as assigned

Ability to:

• Takes own initiative
• Advocate for the success of the hospital
• Work independently and exercise good judgment
• Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities
• Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
• Provide a high level of accountability

Experience/Knowledge in:

• Handling and restraining dogs, cats, and exotic animals
• Providing basic animal care, such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness

Demonstrates:

• High level of accountability
• Strong organizational and efficiency skills
• Willing to adapt and learn new things

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous veterinary hospital experience is a plus!

• The Kennel Assistant position is performed onsite at our hospital or at an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position
• Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.)
• Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
• Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
• May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an Xray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances

Our hospital is part of the Well Haven Pet Health ("Well Haven") network of hospitals.

This allows us to have a more extensive and stronger support system, connecting with other hospitals in the area while remaining autonomous.

Well Haven helps veterinarians, and their teams succeed both personally and professionally. We value our medical teams and strive to support each team member each and every day. Our focus on personal growth, practice support, and life balance frame the relationship we want to have with our hospital teams. This people-first approach has made a considerable difference in the lives of…