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Ethos Veterinary Health Kennel Assistant in Redwood City, California
Kennel Assistant
About Us:
SAGE Redwood City stands as the foremost respected center for specialized and emergency veterinary services in the SF Bay Area. We set the benchmark for delivering compassionate and cooperative veterinary care that enhances the well-being of pets and their caregivers.
We are looking for a Kennel Assistant to join the team!
About the Job:
We are excited to announce that SAGE Veterinary Centers has merged with Ethos Veterinary Health, driving a vibrant community that fuses expertise, innovation, and an unwavering dedication to advancing animal health and compassionate care.
The Kennel Assistant serves as support to clinical staff and plays a vital role in patient care. Kennel Assistant must value the highest standards in quality of care while also respecting the personal limitations that may impact the decisions made by our clients.
As the Kennel Assistant you will be responsible for:
Assisting with appointments and communicate with clients both in person and on the phone
Maintaining the cleanliness of the hospital, including laundry, washing dishes, kennels and runs.
Providing essential patient care, including feeding, bathing, clipping nails, and exercise of patients
Ensuring that treatment areas and exam rooms remain fully stocked
Taking direction from, and performing duties as instructed by Veterinarians and other technicians as needed
About You:
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different communication styles
Knowledgeable in basic animal husbandry including handling and restraint
Ability to accurately carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
Work history demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills as well as a strong sense of personal accountability
Must be able to handle several tasks and deal with an environment of changing priorities
Previous experience in a boarding facility or veterinary hospital or similar is preferred, but not required.
Benefits:
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms
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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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