Kennel Attendant
Willow Ridge Animal Hospital
Loves Park, IL
Summary: We are a diverse team of animal professionals and caregivers. Our goal is to help our clients provide the best care they can for their cats and dogs in many facets of their life. We are looking for a flexible person who has lots of energy and wants to contribute in a positive way.
Position:
The Kennel Attendant position is a vital role for our hospital that provides daily care for the pets that are housed with us. The position involves feeding, providing clean litterboxes or exercising, bathing, grooming, laundry and kennel and hospital cleaning. The Attendant is also responsible for monitoring pets, administering medications, record keeping, stocking supplies, communicating with clients and team members, and may be required to pick up supplies. The role interacts with the clinical team, clients, and supports our customer focused environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Daily care for boarded animals
- Bathing, grooming, exercising, feeding, administering medication, and monitoring behavior
- Maintain animal records, such as weight, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, food intake and other p
- Reporting changes in animal behavior, health or concerns to Clinical staff
- Maintaining animal records, such as weight, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, food intake, and other potential data as needed
- Kennel and hospital maintenance and cleaning
- Washing, drying, and folding laundry
- Other duties as assigned by Doctor/Hospital Manager/Kennel Manager
Skills / Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or relevant education and work experience
- Previous experience with animals preferred
- Must have a professional appearance
- Customer service attitude
- Organizational skills
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Communicate professionally
- Be flexible, able to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays upon request
- Must be able to lift 50lbs or more, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods