(USA-FL-Fort Walton Beach) Full-Time Kennel Technician
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Friendship Veterinary Hospital is a fast paced 4 doctor veterinary hospital just 5 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. Our goal is to provide high quality Veterinary care with excellent client service. Our employees are the invaluable resource that drives our hospital. We are a diverse group that will embrace knowledge, honesty and respect. We strive to work together as a team to become leaders in the Fort Walton Beach community, as growth of our hospital depends on it. Our team is committed to providing the finest professional, personal, courteous and caring service in every way possible.
The Kennel Tech is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital.
A day in the life of a Kennel Technician:
Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds.
Feed hospitalized animals and boarders.
Monitor and record important information about the animals’ conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
Walk animals three times a day.
Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
Clean treatment, exam, surgery and lab areas daily.
Maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat.
Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Technicians with restraint and treatment of animals.
Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients.
Requirements
High School diploma or GED preferred
Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations.
Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment.
At least 1+ year of prior experience as a kennel tech preferred.
Must be available for weekend and holiday shifts, as needed.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Short Term Disability
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
Discounted Veterinary Care
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
A large network of over 1,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!