Job Opening: Kennel Assistant
Description
If you love working with animals, then this is the job for you!!
Experienced Kennel assistants needed in Alexandria, La!
Must have Kennel assistant experience!
Direct Hire with the company!
Pay: $11 hourly
Hours: 7:00am -5:30pm. 4 days a week ..Must be able to work on the weekend/holiday shifts ( 7-9 am and 4-6 pm )
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform daily cleaning of kennels cages and public areas, following proper disease control protocol and ensure a sterile environment.
- Keep Veterinary Technicians informed of animal behavior and or health concerns.
- Stock all kennel/cleaning supplies as needed.
- Stock areas and spot-clean kennels and public areas throughout the day.
- Clean, fold and stock all the laundry.
- Maintain outdoor yards and kennels.
- Computer skills are needed for boarding notes and weights to be entered into an electronic health record.
Required skills/experience:
- Strong communication skills
- Multitask and follow instructions
- Lift up to 50 pounds without assistance, repeatedly bend and kneel
- Use ladders/step ladders
- Must be able to work under stressful conditions
- Must be able to learn basic veterinary medical concepts and terminology.
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