Job description

The Kennel Technician provides care and the basic needs of animals that are being groomed, boarded or are patients of Osborne Animal Clinic, including cleaning of cages, runs and ward areas, laundry, walking, and proper feeding, medicating and care of all hospitalized animals. The Kennel Technician operates under the supervision of the Kennel Supervisor and/or Clinic Manager. This is a great opportunity to start in the veterinary field!

The Kennel Technician works under the direct supervision of the Kennel Supervisor who will indicate general assignments, limitations and priorities. Doctor and Veterinary Technicians provide specific instructions in giving medications, feeding specific diets or following special sanitary procedures. Recurring assignments are performed independently. Deviations or unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.

• Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
• Handle and restrain properly animals as required.
• Walk hospitalized and boarded dogs several times a day to provide exercise and time for elimination of bowels and bladder.
• Bath and provide care to boarded and hospitalized animals.
• Provide care for animals housed/visiting the clinic. Report signs of illness, disease, injury or unusual activity to Veterinary Technicians and Doctor.
• Apply knowledge of normal food and liquid requirements of animals. As required, provide special food and liquids.
• Discharge and admit animals at the request of Receptionists, Doctor and Veterinary Technicians. Assure animals being discharged have been checked by Veterinary Technicians and/or Doctor. Ensure that animals are clean prior to discharge.
• Under the supervision of the Doctor or Veterinary Technicians assist with the administration of medications.
• Ensure cages and animals are properly identified and that personal property (toys, treats, blankets, leashes) are stored in the proper area identified.
• Clean, disinfect and maintain kennels, cages, runs and stalls as often as is necessary to ensure no cages or kennels are soiled and odors are not apparent. Perform general cleaning in other areas of the clinic to control the spread of disease. Wash and sterilize water and food bowls.
• Wash and dry towels and blankets.
• Walk clinic grounds daily, picking up and trash and stool material. Empty trash.
• Groom animals utilizing techniques that vary depending on type of hair, coat, breed and owner instructions. Bath and dry animals.
• Record information such as feeding schedules, appearance, behavior of animals that are boarded, groomed or hospitalized.
• Assist other staff members as required.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with all employees and ensure that your actions support the clinic, the doctor and the practice philosophy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $9.00 - $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Decatur, AL 35601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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