Kennel Assistant Position Available In Lee, Alabama

Kennel Assistant Thornton Animal Hospital 229 Columbus Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801 SERIOUS

INQUIRIES ONLY

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NO TELEPHONE CALLS, PLEASE. STUDENTS PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CURRENT SCHOOL SCHEDULES AND SUMMER SCHEDULES, IF KNOWN.

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STUDENT POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR PART-TIME KENNEL ASSISTANT POSITIONS. WEEKEND AND HOLIDAY AVAILABILITY IS REQUIRED

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Descriptions:

PART-TIME KENNEL ASSISTANT

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IS NOT A SEASONAL POSITION

) Thornton Animal Hospital in Opelika, AL is hiring an exceptional Kennel Assistant ! This is a part-time opportunity for college students. Experience is preferred. This position is with a private employer and is independent of the University’s scheduling, requiring weekend and holiday availability. TAH is a drug-free workplace. No telephone calls please. •Kennel Assistant needed and will be responsible for the day-to-day care of hospitalized patients, under the direction of the doctors and veterinary clinical manager. This includes feeding, watering, walking, bathing, trimming nails, basic grooming and monitoring the well being of the hospitalized dogs and cats, as well as, cleaning and disinfecting of all patient cages, kennels and treatment stations. Kennel assistants must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift and/or move heavy pets and objects, the dexterity and confidence to handle and restrain animals, the ability to correctly administer medications as directed by the veterinarians and owners, and the ability to monitor pets for signs of distress or illness. It is essential that they have the ability and willingness to learn and the desire to provide gentle, compassionate care for the hospitalized pets. A genuine love for the care and comfort of animals is necessary to perform kennel duties. Kennel assistants are responsible for maintaining an excellent level of cleanliness of patients and their enclosures and also performs many of the routine janitorial tasks throughout the hospital such as housekeeping duties and garbage collection to ensure that our hospital remains extremely clean. Kennel Assistants restock supplies, inventory and assists the veterinarians and technicians, as needed. Kennel Assistants must be proficient or possess the ability to become proficient in the areas of client communication and are independent, conscientious, multitask-oriented workers. Applicant should be professional, outgoing, friendly, dependable, hard-working, punctual and should have a great attitude. Holidays and weekends required. Maturity and team mentality a must. Email resume, references and availability. No telephone calls, please. •Pay is dependent upon experience, abilities and licensure (if applicable). Check out our website www.thorntonanimalhospital.com to get more information about our practice. Please email resume, references and availability to Practice Manager through Indeed. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly. No telephone calls please. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$10.00 – $12.50 per hour

Work Days:

Holidays Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person