Kennel Assistant

Kennel Assistant Evergreen Animal Hospital - 3.1 Gig Harbor, WA Job Details Full-time $18 - $19 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Career development plan Vision insurance Qualifications Patient room cleaning Companion animal handling Pet care sanitation protocols Veterinary equipment cleaning Outdoor work Animal enclosure cleaning Groundskeeping Preparing medical treatment area Pet care facilities Medical equipment cleaning Stocking Entry level Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Healthcare facilities housekeeping Full Job Description Evergreen Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Patient care is always top priority to our team, and having the support of an enthusiastic kennel assistant to ensure the hospital is in clean and stocked working order is of critical importance to facilitate the success of that mission. There is a lot to do in a veterinary hospital, but Evergreen also emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, and of advancing each individual's professional skillset. We look forward to sharing our knowledge and support with another aspiring veterinary professional! If you thrive in an environment of positive learning experiences and good humor, please apply!

Responsibilities include:

Learning proper restraint techniques for small mammal patients Learning proper cleaning/sterilization procedures for hospital equipment and facilities Regularly walk hospitalized patients in fenced outdoor yard Clean/maintain hospital facilities including exam rooms, treatment area, surgical suite, dental suite, kennels, breakroom, offices, and property yards Unpacking and stocking hospital supplies as they arrive Physical Demands Lifting up to 25lbs unassisted, more with proper assistance Standing for long periods of time Potential exposure to loud noises including barking of hospitalized patients Bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling on a regular basis Environment Working as part of a close-knit team with strong support Emphasis on learning and professional development Open door policy with supervisors/management for any questions or concerns Monthly staff meetings for team building and hospital updates Benefits Package Full-time position, 4 days per week, 9 or 10 hours shifts $18.00 to $19.00 per hour DOE Health/dental/vision insurance Supplemental insurance Paid time off Paid holidays Generous pet discount Scrub allowance Employee Assistance Program and more!