What are the responsibilities and job description for the After Hours/Evening Kennel Attendant position at Thera-Vet Acres?
Job Title: After Hours/Evening Kennel Attendant
Reports To: Boarding Manager
FLSA Status: Non- exempt (hourly)
Location: Webster, NY
Hours: Position is a part time position and the typical work week is flexible as we determine a working schedule. We have availability for this position 7 nights a week and will be open to 2 candidates to cover the entire week. The hours are usually 9pm-10:30pm with a little flexibility of start time.
Job Summary:
The After Hours/Evening Kennel Attendant shall be responsible to ensure the proper care of all TheraVet overnight boarders. Must be able to work well independently. Pay will be commensurate with experience.
Essential Functions
● Comfortable working with all types of dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
● Must be willing to learn how to care for patients that are recovering from a surgical operation, have disabilities, are enrolled in a therapy program, or require medications.
● Work in collaboration with the operations manager, department managers, technicians, and Veterinarians to ensure high quality care to all TVA patients.
Primary Areas of Responsibility
● Walk, feed, and medicate overnight boarding clients for last walk and check over for the night.
● Observe and report any significant physical or behavioral changes.
● Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
● Valid NYS Driver’s License and reliable vehicle of their own
● Strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills.
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
● Ability to multitask.
● Must be detail oriented.
● Must be comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
● Must be able to work in various types of weather.
● Ability to lift 50 pounds.
HAZARDS
Exposure to animals. Exposure to cleaning chemicals. Exposure to pharmaceuticals/hazardous waste. Exposure to animal bodily fluids. Exposure to sudden/frequent loud noises.
Thera-Vet Acres is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation of your own. Y/ N
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20