Kennel Technician - Sarasota, United States - Parkway Veterinary Center

Description

Job Description

We Love Pets and It Shows

We are looking for a new member to join our amazing team. Is it you?

Kennel Technician Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide compassionate care for pets
• Clean cages, runs and boarding area
• Exercise hospitalized / boarded dogs as needed
• Feed and provide fresh water and bedding to hospitalized / boarded pets as needed
• Monitor record and report physical signs of hospitalized / boarded pets
• Bathe pets, clean ears and trim nails
• Do laundry
• Wash and sanitize pet dishes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Kennel Technician Qualifications and Skills:

• MUST love working with animals.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable with moderately high noise level.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be a reliable team player with a positive attitude, enthusiastic and must have a great work ethic.
• Must maintain a clean and healthy environment for clients.
• Enjoys working closely with other team members
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must read, write and speak fluent English
• Enjoy working hard; is action orientated and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging
• Team player that is cooperative

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Discounts on Veterinary Care and Products
• Growth Based Bonuses
• Paid Holidays & Paid Vacations
• Health Benefits
• Employer Matched 401k Plan