Kennel Assistant Part-Time
Peoria Area Veterinary Group is seeking a Part-Time
Kennel Assistant to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals at our Chillicothe location. Kennel Assistants are valuable members of our team and play a crucial role in patient care. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual with the ability to multi-task and is willing to learn new skills. You will be responsible for providing direct support to our veterinary team, taking care of the boarding facility and its patients. If you’re passionate about animals and enjoy staying active while at work, 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 boarding area and clinic
- 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
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
- Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
- Team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude
- Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds
Compensation and Benefits:
- Pay: $15.00 per hour
- 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)
- Employee discount for pet care
- Uniform allowance
Peoria Area Veterinary Group has proudly served Peoria and the surrounding area for over 55 years. Our fully-equipped hospitals offer state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, in-house laboratory, and the highest quality medicine, providing top-notch patient care. At PAVG, we understand the value of teamwork and strive for a positive, fun and supportive work environment. Join our team of amazing team including our clinic pets, and enjoy a rewarding career as a pet care professional!
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.