Kennel Assistant

AmeriVet

Base: $14.50-$16.00ph; bonus/equity: performance b...
Comfortable handling dogs and cats
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Clean and disinfect kennels and rooms
This role is essential for providing daily care to hospitalized animals while supporting veterinarians and technicians

Job Summary

  • This role is essential for providing daily care to hospitalized animals while supporting veterinarians and technicians.
  • Candidates must be comfortable performing physically active cleaning duties and handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
  • The company offers competitive pay, employee pet care discounts, and opportunities for growth within veterinary medicine.

Matching Summary

This role is essential for providing daily care to hospitalized animals while supporting veterinarians and technicians.

Salary

Base: $14.50-$16.00/hr; Bonus/Equity: Performance bonuses available; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Comfortable handling dogs and cats
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
  • Clean and disinfect kennels and rooms
  • Walk hospitalized animals as needed
  • Observe animal behavior and report concerns

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and dependable attitude
  • Detail-oriented in fast-paced environment
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Team-oriented work style
  • Experience working with animals preferred

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Reliable and punctual attendance required
  • Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift 40 lbs

Work Rights

Not specified

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