Animal Husbandry, Communication Skills, Establish Priorities, Knowledge Base, Medication Administration, Nutrition, Patient Care, Problem Solving Skills, Team Player, Veterinary Hospital, Veterinary Medicine
Description
Kennel Assistant - Part Time
Blue Springs Animal Hospital & Pet Resort is seeking a part-time
Kennel Assistant in
Blue Springs, Missouri to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. Kennel Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care. You will be responsible for providing direct support to the kennel and the care of its patients. At Blue Springs, we understand the value of teamwork and strive for a positive, fun, and supportive work environment. If you’re passionate about providing quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you!
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Animal handling and restraint
- Walk animals that may need support/assistance
- Knowledge of basic husbandry/feeding/and nutrition
- Administer medication to patients
- Maintain cleanliness of kennel areas
- Restock and organize kennel supplies
- Bathe/groom animals
- Continue to advance knowledge base and skill set
Skills and Qualifications:
- Professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred not required
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
- Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
- A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude
Benefits and Perks:
- 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
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Blue Springs Animal Hospital