Job description

Ehrlich Animal Hospital is looking for their next Kennel Assistant!

The Kennel Assistant provides care and the basic needs of animals that are being groomed, boarded or that are patients of Ehrlich Animal Hospital including cleaning of cages, runs and ward areas, laundry, walking, and proper feeding, medicating and care of all boarding patients.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
• 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.
• Bathe, groom and provide Tender Loving Care to boarded and hospitalized animals.
• 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.
• Discharge and admit animals at the request of receptionists, practitioners and animal health technicians. Assure animals being discharged have been checked by animal health technician and/or practitioner. Ensure that animals are clean and fresh smelling prior to discharge.
• Under the supervision of veterinarians or technicians assist with the administration of medications, post-operative care or preparation of samples for laboratory examination, collect specimens, clean instruments, fill prescriptions as authorized.
• 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.
• Bathe and dry animals. As required, perform pedicures.

This is an excellent starting position for someone looking for a career in animal health. Join our team today and start your journey with Ehrlich Animal Hospital!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.50 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tampa, FL 33626: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Veterinary kennel experience (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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