Kennel Attendant

Description

If you are motivated to excel in a position that will reward you through exceptional patient care and state of the art veterinary medicine, thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and desire a career where your contribution directly benefits client's, patient's and the human-animal bond, you may be the team member we are searching for.

Malibu Coast Animal Hospital (MCAH) is a well-known multi-doctor practice that operates seven days per week. We specialize in general medicine and surgery, orthopedic surgery, endoscopy, laparoscopy, ultrasound, dentistry and dermatology. We also offer therapeutic laser treatment with a K-Laser as well as boarding and bathing for our canine and feline patients.

The Kennel Attendant sees to the needs of our boarding pets and non-veterinary patients and works in cooperation with other team members to ensure that the care of the animals is tended to in a timely and professional manner. All team members at MCAH strive to deliver the highest quality of care by following the hospitals Core Values, which are: Honest, clear and respectful communication; work in collaboration to provide the best treatment; strive to always be open and not pass judgement; always act with compassion; deliver personal and quality care; and treat each patient as if they were your own pet.

Job Duties include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Patient Care
• Daily cleaning and sanitizing of boarding facilities
• Animal Handling and Training (lifting up to 40lbs, on leash walks)
• Grooming (bathing, brushing, trimming nails & anal gland expression)
• Medical Record Keeping
• Client Communication & Tours
• Love and care for all animals

MCAH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage you to apply if you would like to learn more about our facility and to determine if this position and our hospital may be the right fit for you. If you meet the listed requirements, we welcome the opportunity to learn more about you.

This position requires a minimum of one weekend day of work per week. Knowledge of ezyVet Veterinary and Smartflow software is preferred but not required. Computer experience is preferred but not required.

Additional Information: Competitive compensation (based on experience). Fully paid medical benefits. Retirement plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience in caring for animals, proper restraint techniques
• Minimum age requirement of 18 years old

Skills Needed:

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions
• Effective communication with clients in person and written reports
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Experience with AVImark Veterinary software recommended

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift patients and carry equipment up to 40 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 40 pounds with assistance
• Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods
• Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment
• Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation

Pay Rate: $16.50 - $18.00