Company Overview
Grady Veterinary Hospital is a full-service, 24-hour AAHA accredited veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care for our animal patients. Our professional staff, many of whom have been with us for over 20 years, are committed to maintaining high standards of veterinary care and compassion.
Summary
We are seeking Kennel Assistants to join our team at Grady Veterinary Hospital. In this role, you will be responsible for the care and well-being of animals in our kennel, ensuring they receive the attention and support they need during their stay. Your contributions will play a vital role in upholding our reputation for excellence in veterinary care.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily care and supervision for animals in the kennel.
- Assist with feeding, bathing, and exercising pets as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kennel area.
- Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting any concerns to veterinary staff.
- Support veterinary technicians and assistants with animal restraint during examinations or treatments.
- Ensure all kennel supplies are stocked and organized.
Requirements
- Experience working with animals in a kennel or veterinary setting is preferred.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting as required by the job.
- Strong skills in animal handling and restraint techniques.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with staff and pet owners.
- A compassionate attitude towards animal welfare and customer service.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Days:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
- Do Night and Overnight shifts align with your schedule?
Work Location: In person