Russell Creek Pet Clinic & Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Kennel Assistant to join our team!
This is an excellent entry level opportunity for individuals who love cats and dogs, have a friendly/positive personality, and enjoy connecting with others.
This is a full-time role comprised of 6-8 hour shifts, including rotating Saturday coverage (halfdays). We’re also open to part-time scheduling for the right candidate.
We’re Looking For:
- A passion for helping animals
- Team players with exceptional communication and multi-tasking abilities
- Detail-oriented individuals with great organizational skills
- Personable and professional individuals who enjoy connecting with clients as well as the team
- Individuals who take initiative and are willing to lend a helping hand
- Eager to learn about the veterinary field (terminology, procedures, medical conditions, etc.)
Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks:
- Ability to stand for long shifts, possibly up to 6 hours
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40lbs (restraining strong and active dogs)
- Ability to lift above head and bend, stoop, and kneel for long periods of time
This role will be responsible for caring for our boarded/hospitalized patients, administering medications, and communicating with clients. Additional duties include:
- Ensure cages and animals are identified and that personal property (toys, leashes, etc.) are properly stored and identified
- Observe signs of illness, disease, injury, or unusual activity and report to the doctor or assistants
- Accurately record and provide food and liquids to boarded animals
- Thoroughly clean and disinfect the hospital and kennels as often as necessary
- Gentle patient restraint
- Walk hospitalized and boarded dogs daily
- General housekeeping duties: washing, laundry, cleaning, and organization
- Ensure the hospital and it’s hospitalized/boarded patients are always clean and presentable
Full-time Benefits:
- Compensation: $14 - $16/hr (based on experience)
- Health insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k options
- Paid time off
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career growth potential
- And more!
About Us:
Russell Creek Pet Clinic & Hospital, voted best veterinary clinic in Collin County, is a full-service small animal hospital. Our two-doctors and talented support team provide routine surgery, preventative medicine, advanced dentistry, laser therapy, and grooming and boarding services to amazing clientele in Plano and the surrounding community. We have a nice and clean facility with great flow, four exam rooms, an outdoor play area, and separate ICU, all located on almost an acre of beautiful grounds. Our Medical Director, Dr. Greenwell truly cares about our staff and each animal that comes through our doors. His compassionate nature is the backbone of our clinic and creates a positive and collaborative environment where continued growth is encouraged, and our team feels valued for their skills and commitment to veterinary medicine.
Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Day range:
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Plano, TX 75025: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person