Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Platte City, Missouri

This Opportunity:

Jackson Animal Clinic is located just north of Kansas City and is a modern, progressive, and privately-owned veterinary practice. We are seeking a qualified Full Time Kennel Attendant to join our busy practice as we continue to develop our legacy in the community. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience, achieve meaningful career goals, and grow professionally with the support and guidance of our team!

Our Team & Culture:

As a five-doctor practice with a tenured support staff of 18, we are all experienced and knowledgeable in the veterinary field. Together, we are committed to providing each client and patient with reliable, efficient, and compassionate service every time they call or visit our practice. Each individual is considered a leader and an integral member of our healthcare team. We take great pride in our all-inclusive culture that stems from our core values and commitment to each other. These core values include professionalism, integrity, resilience, passion, and leadership. As a team, we do our best to stay true to these values consistently and hope to find someone who represents these traits as well!

Our Clinic & Services:

Jackson Animal Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility that has been serving the Platte County community since 1990. We have established a reputation for excellence in large and small animal veterinary health care among our local population. All team members in the clinic are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. We offer a wide array of services including surgeries (routine and complex), in-house laboratory, in-house diagnostics, ultrasound, radiology, ophthalmology, anesthesia, dental care, microchipping, boarding, grooming, flea/tick prevention, and house/farm calls as needed.

Job Responsibilities/Requirements:

Kennel attendants must be able and willing to provide daily care for boarded dogs and assist with kennel maintenance. Attendants are involved with cleaning cages and runs, bathing, grooming, exercising, feeding, administering medication, handling or restraining dogs and cats as needed, monitoring the behavior of boarded animals, and janitorial duties as needed (washing dishes, cleaning bathrooms/break rooms, taking out trash, sweeping/mopping floors, etc.). Positive and productive client interaction is also required as clients come to pick up and drop off their animals.

Our Work-Life Balance:

We realize how important home life is as well as how busy this occupation can be at times. We try to ensure that all team members have the option to have consecutive days off in their schedule and do not require on-call or overnight shifts. Additional Benefits (FT employees) Health, vision, dental, disability, & life insurance Generous Employee discounts Free boarding What are you waiting for? Apply today and we will reach out to you as soon as we are available!

Contact Information:

Karen McDonald, Office Manager Company phone: (816) 858-3112

Email:

jacksonanimalclinic@gmail.com Please feel free to reference our Website (https://www.jacksonanimal.com) for further information or details.

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance

Work Days:

Holidays Rotating weekends Application Question(s): Must be available to work any times between the hours of 7am to 6pm Monday-Friday as well as occasional split shifts on the weekend and holidays. Are you available for these times? What experience, skills, or knowledge do you possess that would translate to this position effectively?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Kennel Attendant:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person