Job description
Overview:
Two Dogs and A Cat Pet Club has an opportunity for a
D
aycare Kennel Assistant to join our pet boarding/daycare team!
Location:
7801 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS 66213
(the boarding/daycare part of our facility)
Schedule Details:
*Full-time position (30-40 hours/week)*
Typical schedule will include working 5 shifts within daycare business hours
~Mon-Sat 6am-1:30pm & 1pm-8pm, Sun 7am-1:30pm & 1pm-7pm~
We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year - so this role does require open availability
to cover rotating shifts opening, closing, weekdays, weekends, and holidays!
Desired Experience:
Personal experience with basic dog/cat handling and care required.
Professional animal industry or veterinary experience preferred.
Open to train anyone eager to get started in the field!
Compensation:
$14 / hour or more based on experience
Benefits We Offer:
Yearly uniform allowance
Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
Paid short-term disability insurance for all full-time staff
Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)
Job Summary:
The Kennel Assistant provides daily care, feeding and exercise of boarding animals. The Kennel Assistant also pays close attention to animals’ general health signs such as signs of stress and changes in eating or elimination habits, promptly notifying technicians and veterinarians when a pet needs medical attention. The Kennel Assistant interacts with clients in person and by phone and e-mail. Proper record documentation and accurate completion of boarding forms and cage cards is critical. The Kennel Assistant must pay close attention to details, understand, and follow proper feeding and sanitation procedures and monitor boarding and hospitalized pets.
Opportunity to cross-train in Reception role within our pet/boarding daycare for those interested!
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
- Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
- Provide compassionate care to boarding pets and hospitalized patients including, but not limited to: play time, walks, food and water, maintaining boarding records and charting habits (eating, drinking, elimination, medications given, services needed), labeling all personal belongings and ensuring proper IDs for all animals, monitoring for any medical issues and notifying appropriate team member of any issues.
- Facility maintenance including, but not limiting to: cleaning and sanitizing, laundry, and waste removal.
- Client communication and education, checking in and out animals as needed for boarding.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Confidence around animals and pets.
- Must have reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and ability to speak the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- Must be in the process of obtaining or have attained a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be 16 years of age or older.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
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