Ethos Veterinary Health
Kennel Assistant, Veterinary Specialists of Alaska
ER - KA - Anchorage, AK - Full Time
Veterinary Medical Care is an essential business and Veterinary Specialists of Alaska is looking for Kennel Assistants to join our team who share our dedication to protecting our clients, staff, patients, and community.
We are looking for a Kennel Assistant to join our 3 doctor hospital. We have a strong Technician team and we are looking for a positive, energetic addition to the team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Kennel Assistant provides general support with veterinary husbandry, hospital cleaning and supply stocking, as well as light exercise and grooming for patients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Incumbent must have the skills, ability, and judgment to perform the following essential job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Provide veterinary husbandry (e.g. bedding, cage turnover, food/water, litter, laundry, dishes)
- Provide general exercise and care for hospitalized and visiting animals; including walking, bathing, and grooming
- Assist with cleaning of hospital and grounds
- Assist with replenishing supplies in all areas of hospital
- Perform other duties as assigned
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
- Calm, professional demeanor throughout the shift
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable time management and problem-solving skills; working efficiently and effectively throughout the hospital
- Multi-task various duties and responsibilities in a timely and reliable manner, with appropriate follow-through and
- accuracy
- Understand and follow established hospital processes and procedures (i.e. SOPs)
- Able to work well independently, as well as with a team
The requirements listed below are representative of the physical ability required:
- Properly lift and carry up to 30 pounds, 1 to 15 times per shift
- Properly bend at the waist, up to 30 times per shift
- $14-16 per hour
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
- Other types of insurance
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Education assistance or tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
About Ethos:
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 Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
