VCA East Anchorage Animal Hospital has a part time position available for a Boarding Kennel technician to join our team. Prior experience is a plus, but not required The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets. Kennel Technician Duties
General care for the dogs and cats, including feeding, watering, medicating, exercising, baths, nail trims.
Cleaning and disinfecting boarding runs and other areas of the boarding and hospital areas and laundry.
Taking charge to make sure all tasks get completed correctly and in a timely manner
Other miscellaneous duties to keep the facility working smoothly and the dogs and cats calm, happy & safe
Assisting doctors and technicians when necessary.
Requirements
Patient, with genuine compassion, concern, and respect for animals
Dependable with a strong work ethic.
Be able to communicate clearly with clients
Be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Be physically capable to work on your feet, and able to bend.
Have reliable transportation.
Must be 18 years old.
Previous animal handling experience and knowledge is a plus but not required.
Boarding hours are 6:30am-7pm each day, split between 2 shifts. Weekend and Holiday availability required. Pay will vary depending on experience.
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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
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