Kennel Technician
Guyton Animal Hospital Guyton Animal Hospital Guyton, GA Guyton, GA Part-time Full-time Part-time Full-time From $13 an hour From $13 an hour 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support our Veterinarians and our Veterinary Technicians.
You'll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility.
One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike.
We'll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations.
Do you love animals? Then you're halfway there.
You need the ability to care for them properly - that's one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements.
This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals that might occasionally lash out.
If you're organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we'd like to meet you.
Responsibilities Feed, groom and weigh animals Clean cages and bathe animals Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations Soothe upset or frightened animals Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.
g.
by mixing it with food) Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet Help in cases of emergencies Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority Keep accurate records and logs Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.
g.
lack of appointments, insurance matters) Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare Skills Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals, or eager to learn we are willing to train the right candidate.
Current or former pet ownership is an advantage Excellent communication skills Patient and caring personality Ability to follow instructions properly Comfortable being around animals Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.
g.
lift up to 40 lbs) Availability to occasionally work in emergencies and possibly some weekends High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
From $13.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Schedule:
4 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability COVID-19 considerations:
Our clinic is still doing curbside appointments.
Although we highly recommend all of our staff to get vaccinated; it is not a requirement.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Guyton, GA 31312:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s):
We are looking to add someone to our team who can either work full time, or afternoon shifts.
What hours are you looking for?
Experience:
Veterinary assistant:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
You'll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility.
One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike.
We'll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations.
Do you love animals? Then you're halfway there.
You need the ability to care for them properly - that's one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements.
This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals that might occasionally lash out.
If you're organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we'd like to meet you.
Responsibilities Feed, groom and weigh animals Clean cages and bathe animals Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations Soothe upset or frightened animals Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.
g.
by mixing it with food) Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet Help in cases of emergencies Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority Keep accurate records and logs Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.
g.
lack of appointments, insurance matters) Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare Skills Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals, or eager to learn we are willing to train the right candidate.
Current or former pet ownership is an advantage Excellent communication skills Patient and caring personality Ability to follow instructions properly Comfortable being around animals Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.
g.
lift up to 40 lbs) Availability to occasionally work in emergencies and possibly some weekends High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
From $13.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Schedule:
4 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability COVID-19 considerations:
Our clinic is still doing curbside appointments.
Although we highly recommend all of our staff to get vaccinated; it is not a requirement.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Guyton, GA 31312:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s):
We are looking to add someone to our team who can either work full time, or afternoon shifts.
What hours are you looking for?
Experience:
Veterinary assistant:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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