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Animal Hospital of Sandy Springs
Kennel Attendant
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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.
$32,434 / year median in Georgia
+30% projected growth
Job Description
Kennel Attendant Animal Hospital of Sandy Springs - 4.0 Sandy Springs, GA Job Details Full-time $12 - $15 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Kennel experience Teamwork Pet boarding Animal drug administration Dog handling Laundry Animal restraint Full Job Description At Animal Hospital of Sandy Springs, we have been caring for the pets and people of the Atlanta community for more than three decades. We are a busy 4 doctor practice. We are seeking an experienced kennel assistant to join our close-knit team Opportunities for advancement are possible for those who are willing to work hard and learn new things. The position does require weekend and holiday hours. Pay based on experience.
Why You'll Love It Here:
- Daily schedule is 10 hour day, weekends and holidays are required
- Competitive pay ($12-$15/hour)
- Work in a professional veterinary setting with the support of experienced doctors
- Steady client base with loyal pet parents
- Clean, organized workspace in an established, independently owned practice
- Team-oriented, positive work environment
Your Day-to-Day:
- Feeding, cleaning and caring for all the pets in are care, including dogs, cats, guinea pigs
- Monitoring the overall health of the animals while here with us
- Prepare food for the animal staying with us
- Administer medication to pets under the direct supervision of the veterinarians in our practice
- Log all the eliminations, feeding, behavior for all pets here with us
- Maintain a clean, safe workspace for you and your four-legged clients
- Build relationships with pet families who trust you with their beloved companions
- Assist veterinary assistants/ technicians and veterinarians with restraint during exams or treatments when needed
- Clean the hospital's common areas, treatment rooms, bathrooms and laundry as part of daily routine
- Must be able to communicate well with others and work as part of a team Join the Animal Hospital of Sandy Springs family, where both pets and people are treated with kindness and respect.