Kennel Assistant

• Veterinary Hospital The Drake Center for Veterinary Care
• 5.0 Encinitas, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18
• $20 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Nail care Customer service Attention to detail Dog handling Ability to follow instructions Full Job Description Here at the Drake Center, everything we do supports our mission statement: "To provide the best medical and surgical care in a compassionate environment for our patients and unsurpassed service for our clients.

" We have a set of core values that we use as a guide to follow along with our mission statement. These values are incredibly important to our p ractice and are as follows:

Our Core Values Steadfast Care and Service:

Providing the best medical care for our patients and exceptional service for our clients. We are here for you and your pets.

Compassionate Partnership:

Our doctors and staff work with each other and with our clients in order to deliver the best and most effective care for your pets.

Constant Pursuit of Excellence:

We always strive to provide the best level of care for our patients and will educate ourselves and staff and update our procedures based on the latest standards of veterinary medicine. While working at The Drake Center, you would not only be working at the Top Rated Veterinary Hospital in San Diego, you are also working with some of the best and brightest people in the veterinary industry. We have an amazing team of Doctors and staff who align themselves with our mission and genuinely care about what we do here and the patients we serve. In short, the Drake Center team and the way we work together to provide for our clients and patients is what makes The Drake Center a special place.

Kennel Assistant Duties:

• Provide daily care for dogs in the kennel, including feeding, watering, and exercising
• Clean kennels and maintain a clean and sanitary environment
• Administer medications as directed by veterinarians or pet owners
• Monitor the health and behavior of dogs and report any concerns to the supervisor
• Assist with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming
• Interact with pet owners and provide excellent customer service

Skills:

• Passion for working with animals
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Good communication skills to interact with pet owners and team members
• Physical stamina to handle dogs of various sizes and breeds
• Attention to detail to ensure the safety and well-being of the patients If you have a love for pets and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Join our team as a Kennel Assistant and contribute to providing exceptional care for our furry friends. For those interested in becoming a veterinarian, this is a perfect opportunity to gain experience and learn along side a team of exceptional veterinarians and care providers.

Note:

Training will be provided. To apply, please submit your resume along with a brief description of any experience around pets. You may have your own pets that you've provided care for as well.

Pay:

$18.00

• $20.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person