Kennel Assistant/Technician Assistant - Olathe, KS

Kennel Assistant/Technician's AssistantHeritage Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Assistant/Technician's Assistant!Position DetailsRole: Kennel Assistant/Technician's AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: To be determinedHeritage Animal Hospital is looking for a full-time Kennel Assistant/Technician's Assistant to add to our dedicated team. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, Heritage Animal Hospital offers consistent scheduling, excellent work-life balance.Essential physical requirements The position is a physically demanding position with a majority of the time spent standing.

Must be able to lift and or carry objects up to 50 lbs. Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and reaching are required.Working Conditions The medical practice setting is located in an animal hospital. There will be exposure to animal dander, animal fluids, and animal noise. Hazardous materials are used in the practice.Performance ResponsibilitiesGeneral ExpectationsUnderstands and Heritage Animal Hospital Core Values as created by the staff and partners.Presents an effective personal appearance, and dresses in a professional manner.

Scrubs or clean, casual work attireMaintains a clean and neat work environmentExhibits excellent organizational skills.Demonstrates the ability to communicate with others in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner.Shows a willingness to collaborate with others.Facility tasksWash and dry all laundry. Keep smocks, lab coats, scrubs, and linens in a neat and organized fashion.Restock towels and blankets as neededKeep the kennel areas clean at all times.Clean up all garbage, poop, and debris from the parking lot and around the hospital. This includes scooping the patient enclosure.Clean any areas of the hospital that have become soiledWork on the Cleaning Checklist, weekly, and monthly.Walking patients.Giving medications.Assisting technicians.What's in it for you?Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balanceEmployee benefits that strengthen both the body and the mindOpportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your communityA clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on usLunch breaks on the regRotating Saturday shiftsNo nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hoursMentoring and support as you grow and advance your career–The more you know, the better off we all are!Financial BenefitsA flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus programWellness BenefitsHealth insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service) In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree/discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace BenefitsQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programJoin Our Team! Come join our team!

We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners!Heritage Animal Hospital celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that represents a variety of cultures, perspectives, and skills. You've found the equal-opportunity employer you are looking for. We can't wait to meet you, so apply today!