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Sierra Veterinary Care
Kennel Attendant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$42,405 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Kennel staff members have two primary responsibilities at SVC, the cleanliness of the hospital and proper husbandry care of all hospitalized and boarded animals, including feeding, bathing, record keeping and the cleanliness of cages, runs and ward areas. Additionally, the kennel assistant is the veterinary technician's primary support. They assist in restraining pets and test set up for the examination procedure. They aid the technicians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of some of the routine work. Must be available to work weekends and holidays to be considered for an attendant position.
May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
Physical Effort :
Work requires lifting and carrying animals and food bags. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position. Working conditions :May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.