Columbia Veterinary Hospital is looking for a detail orientated, motivated Kennel Technician. Location 4330 River Trail Way, The Dalles, OR 97058
Job Type - Full-time
Weekend availability required
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Previous personal or on the job animal care background.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 18 years old.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to provide quality care when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature.
- Can support and be a part of teamwork; works well with all levels of hospital team members.
- Has excellent client communication skills.
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
Kennel Technician
The veterinary kennel technician must be able to actively listen to what other people are saying, have good time management and communication skills; is socially perceptive; coordinated; and is good at understanding instructions, making judgments and decisions.
Kennel technicians are animal care professionals. Kennel technicians tend to all the basic needs of our patients and are responsible for proper husbandry care of all animals, including feeding, bathing, record keeping and the cleanliness of cages, runs and ward areas.
Kennel staff members in addition, are responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of the hospital.
In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our patients.
Maintaining medical records.
Recovering surgical patients.
Maintaining surgical tools and packs.
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, surgical areas and labs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Weekend availability is required. Are you able to work weekends?
- Please provide a description of your animal handling experience.
Ability to Commute:
- The Dalles, OR 97058 (Required)
Work Location: In person
