Stall/Kennel Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

KENNEL

TECHNICIAN - FRANKLIN VETERINARY CLINIC INTRODUCTION

Franklin Veterinary Clinic's Stall/Kennel Assistant position includes cleaning of cages, runs and ward areas, laundry, walking, and proper feeding.

POSITION SUMMARY

Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent. Must have the ability to handle large animals and clean/disinfect stalls Handle animals as required and restrain animals. Walk hospitalized and boarded dogs several times a day to provide exercise and time for elimination of bowels and bladder. Provide care for animals housed/visiting the Hospital. Report signs of illness, disease, injury or unusual activity to animal health technicians/veterinarians. Apply knowledge of normal food and liquid requirements of animals. As required, provide special food and liquids. Obtain stool and urine samples as assigned. Ensure that cages and animals are properly numbered and identified and that personal property (toys, treats, blankets, leashes) are stored in the proper area and identified. Clean, disinfect and maintain kennels, cages, runs and stalls as often as is necessary to ensure no cages or kennels are soiled and odors are not apparent. Perform general cleaning in other areas of the hospital to control the spread of disease. Wash and sterilize water and food bowls. Launder and dry towels and blankets. Patrol hospital grounds daily, picking up any trash and stool material. Empty trash. Record information such as feeding schedules, appearance, behavior of animals that are boarded, groomed or hospitalized. Maintain boarding areas thru proper stocking and cleaning. Responsible for maintaining boarding inventory. Including but not limited to kennel food, bowls, bedding, leashes, grooming supplies, and cleaning supplies. Work well with all employees and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors and the practice philosophy. Perform other duties as assigned.

SOME WEEKENDS REQUIRED

Job Description - Kennel Assistant Page of Franklin Veterinary Clinic

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Apply knowledge and skills in controlling/handling individual animal temperament. Ability to gain animal confidence when restraining them for transport, grooming and/or treatment. Knowledge of proper methods of animal restraint Knowledge of grooming practices for wide range of small animals. Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency. Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments. Understand and carry out oral and written direction.

PLEASE NOTE

Franklin Veterinary Clinic is a drug-free work environment, including but not limited to marijuana use. Drug tests will be administered at random

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Work Days:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person