Kennel Assistant
Kennel Assistant - SAGE San Francisco
About Us:
SAGE San Francisco holds a deep appreciation for animals, fueled by sincere love and admiration for their extraordinary nature. Our devotion is directed towards pets and their families, delivering utmost care with kindness and profound respect. Rooted in scientific knowledge, we thrive on continuous learning, embracing innovative problem-solving and exceptional expertise.
We form a community of experienced, board-certified veterinary professionals who provide unparalleled emergency and specialty care. Expertise, compassion, and collaboration drive everything we do — ensuring the best possible outcome for pets and pet parents. We see ourselves as vital contributors, playing a role in communities, the environment, and sustainability while carrying out our mission.
About the Job:
The Kennel Assistant serves as support to clinical staff and plays a vital role in patient care. Kennel Assistant must value the highest standards in quality of care while also respecting the personal limitations that may impact the decisions made by our clients.
As the Kennel Assistant you will be responsible for:
- Assisting with appointments and communicate with clients both in person and on the phone
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the hospital, including laundry, washing dishes, kennels and runs.
- Providing essential patient care, including feeding, bathing, clipping nails, and exercise of patients
- Ensuring that treatment areas and exam rooms remain fully stocked
- Taking direction from, and performing duties as instructed by Veterinarians and other technicians as needed.
About You:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different communication styles
- Knowledgeable in basic animal husbandry including handling and restraint
- Ability to accurately carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
- Work history demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills as well as a strong sense of personal accountability
- Must be able to handle several tasks and deal with an environment of changing priorities
- Previous experience in a boarding facility or veterinary hospital or similar is preferred, but not required.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.