(USA-MN-Maple Grove) Kennel Assistant
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Company Info: VCA Inc. owns, operates, and manages the largest network of freestanding veterinary hospitals and veterinary clinical reference laboratories in North America, with over 900 hospitals located in the U.S. states and Canada, and more than 55 clinical laboratories. VCA is also a leading supplier of diagnostic imaging equipment to the veterinary industry, as well as operating a franchisor of premier dog daycare facilities.
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VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove is a multi-doctor animal wellness practice in Maple Grove, Minnesota.
Part-time, possibly Full-time afternoon/evening/some mornings opportunities available!
Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference, build a career and create long-term client, patient and staff relationships? Come work with an outstanding team of CVTs and support staff, excellent veterinarians and committed management in a professionally challenging, supportive and team-oriented environment!
VCA Animal Wellness Center is AAHA accredited and committed to providing Fear Free veterinary visits using low-stress handling techniques.
Job Description
Kennel Attendants are responsible for the day-to-day care of pets in our boarding facility. This includes feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, bathing and monitoring the well-being of dogs, cats and, occasionally, other companion animals. Kennel Attendants must have sufficient physical strength, mobility and stamina to lift and or move heavy pets and objects, the dexterity and confidence to administer medications, and the ability to monitor pets for signs of distress or disease. It is essential that they have the willingness to learn and the desire to provide gentle, compassionate care for pets in the boarding facility. Kennel experience is not always a prerequisite for this position.
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Ability to follow low stress handling techniques
Able to work independently and without supervision
Has an upbeat and outgoing personality with ability to work with a variety of personalities
Enjoys working with people and able to effectively communicate with clients in person, over the phone and electronically
High attention to detail
Able to work in a fast paced environment and multi-task
Comfortable using a windows-based computer software program
Flexible schedule including weekend, evening and holiday hours
Ability to stand for long periods of time and able to lift 40#
Reliable transportation
Ok with cleaning for up to 60% of their shift
What We Offer
VCA Animal Wellness Center has fun and challenging opportunities in an upscale full-service veterinary clinic that offers luxury boarding, daycare, training, grooming and veterinary medical services. As a member of the VCA family you will have the ability to explore career options that only VCA can offer such as continuing education, transfer options, specialization and leadership opportunities. Employees receive competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive pay with consideration for experience
Generous pet care discounts for your own pet
For more information about our facility please visit our website at AnimalWellnessMG.com!
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
VCA began in 1986 as a privately owned company with one animal hospital. Today, we are the largest family of animal care providers nationwide. Despite unprecedented growth, VCA has never abandoned its devotion to compassionate, comprehensive pet care. Take a look at our open positions throughout the U.S. and Canada! We’re always looking for top notch talent to join the VCA family!