Kennel Assistant Position Available In Caldwell, North Carolina

Kennel Assistant 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Granite Falls, NC 28630 Description We are seeking a Full-Time Kennel Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Kennel Assistant is responsible for maintaining back of hospital duties.

These tasks include:

caring for boarding animals, maintaining appropriate feeding schedules/providing prescribed medication to pets, maintaining the kennel area (cleaning and mopping), bathing animals and upholding the highest level of care for all pets. Additional duties may include general cleaning of the hospital and communicating directly with clients. Ideal Candidate Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills Be compassionate/caring Willing to work flexible hours including weekends Can work individually, as well as on a team Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Prior customer service experience Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting Ability to work in a wet environment Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options) 401k Match Generous paid time off (PTO) Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave One (1) Work/Life Balance day off Short-term and long-term disability options Supplemental insurance options Discounted Veterinary Care Scrub allowance Hands-on and E-training Professional growth opportunities Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians About Lake Hickory Veterinary Hospital Lake Hickory Veterinary Hospital has proudly served Caldwell, Catawba, Alexander, and Burke counties of North Carolina since 1997. We are a multi-doctor practice west of Charlotte supported by a well-trained and dedicated team. Our facility is equipped with advanced technology, including digital radiographs for full body and dental imaging, a therapeutic laser, Cornerstone software for efficient practice management, and a dedicated surgery suite. Our team is dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment where we can provide exceptional care for our patients and clients.