Seeking an independent, compassionate Part Time Kennel Assistant to join our team!

Why Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, IL?

We love your pets and we value your trust in us to provide care for such an important part of your family. As Peoria Illinois’ full-service, AAHA accredited veterinary medical facility our professional and courteous staff provides the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care. By providing compassionate care through veterinary excellence, we promote responsible pet ownership, preventative health, care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

Who are we looking for?

Applicants must have a professional work ethic, positive personality, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast paced environment, be a team player and have a passion for delivering exceptional care to patients and clients. Prefer applicants to have veterinary experience, but will consider the desire to learn from the right individual.

Schedule: This is for a part-time position, and the hours are open for discussion, offering flexibility based on the hospital's needs.

Requirements & Responsibilities:

Monitoring the health and comfort of the animals as well as recognizing emergency situations and reporting any health concerns to appropriate personnel
Documentation of all treatments and abnormal activity
Walking dogs and picking up after them
Feeding and providing fresh water to dogs and cats on schedule
Washing dishes and bowls as well as cat litter boxes
Washing & disinfecting kennels and cages
Changing bedding when soiled and replace with clean bedding
Washing, drying, & folding laundry
Bathing animals as needed and before going home
General housekeeping of animal housing, food prep, and laundry areas
Administration of oral or topical medications including flea and tick medications
Checking patients in and out for boarding. Responsible for labeling belongings and medications as well as ID collars
Other tasks needed to ensure the health and safety of the animals

Benefits:

We’re dedicated to your well-being and offer a comprehensive package and professional development opportunities to support your work and home life. These include:

Competitive salary - $14 - $15 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
401(k) plan
Guardian voluntary benefits

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