Kennel Attendant - Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle : Job Details

Description Position at Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle-Kennel Attendant Lynnwood, WA Full-time Shift Available: IM and ERflexible scheduling 3-4 day work weekIM-M-F 8a-4:30pER-Wed-Sat 8a-6:30p; Th-Sat-8a-8p Our Kennel Attendants are essential in helping with the daily flow of our busy Emergency & Specialty Hospital. They are relied on for many things, including hospital maintenance and general patient care. This position has the potential to lead to a Veterinary Assisting role in the future, depending on the right candidate. We invest heavily in our employees' long-term success and happiness. We offer amazing benefits packages, including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, matching 401k, plus pet care discounts. For more information about our practice Salary: Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $18 - $22 / hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must treat animals with care and respect and work well with them and co-workers.
• Must enjoy keeping pets and kennels clean.
• Must have good time management skills.

Housekeeping and Maintenance of Hospital:

• • Regular laundry duties (kept up on multiple times daily).
  • Keep the exterior of the hospital clean and orderly and free of pet waste.
  • Janitorial care of the hospital facility.
  • Make certain entire hospital including treatment, surgery, kennels, and runs are kept extremely clean through the day (so that a client could come back and see his/her pet without any notice.) This includes your own clothing and appearance.
  • Alert the ER Technician Manager of any conditions that are unsafe including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules.
  • AD HOC duties as, required.

General Patient Care:

• Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients.
• Keep kennels clean, orderly and free of odors.
• Feed patients as directed.
• Exercise (walk) patients as directed.
• Ensure the comfort and cleanliness of hospitalized or boarding pets.
• Bathe or clean pets immediately that become soiled with urine, blood or feces as directed.

If you are looking for an opportunity for growth and to work with an amazing team that provides exceptional medical care, apply today!