Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital (BBVSH) is growing and seeking Hospital Kennel Assistants to join the team for day and evening shifts. Please note that this is an entry-level position and on the job training will be provided.
The ideal candidate would:
- Have a willingness to learn about veterinary care and services
- Create a warm, positive, low stress environment for our patients and clients
- Have a compassionate and nurturing attitude
- Have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Have the ability to adapt to changing situations
- Efficient in carrying out assignments independently
- Take initiative to complete tasks
- Work well under pressure
Hospital Kennel Assistant responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintaining the cleanliness of patient care areas
- Ensure patient kennels are clean during the patient’s stay, sanitizing in between patients, preparing the kennel for the next patient
- Ensure hospital counters/workstations are clean, tidy, and ready to be used
- Maintain cleanliness of the patient kitchen and fridge, sanitizing food bowls and kennel tags, and ensure patient food is labelled and dated
Working with Veterinary Assistants (VAs) in the ER/ICU to complete their tasks
- Ensure hospital supplies are appropriately stocked (fluid bags, gloves, needles, gauze, bandage material, etc)
- Ensure hospital laundry is complete and folded/put away
Ensure overall tidiness of the hospital
- Change garbage and empty recycle bins when needed
- Clean floors (sweep, mop, vacuum) including replacing rugs
- Clean surfaces such as windows and glass doors
Our doctors, technicians, veterinary assistants, hospital kennel assistants, and customer service representatives are a cohesive team of professionals who strongly believe in collaboration, communication, respect and lifelong learning. BBVSH has board-certified specialists in surgery, oncology, neurology, critical care, internal medicine, radiology, cardiology, and dentistry. We also offer a full rehabilitation department complete with an underwater treadmill. Each department works collaboratively with other services within BBVSH, as well as accepting referrals and emergencies from other specialty and general practices.
What BBVSH offers:
- Extended Medical and Dental plans
- RRSP plans
- Uniform allowance
- Substantial staff pet discounts
- Mentorship and support from our hospital team memberes
- Professional development through our in- house continuing education events
If you think you would thrive in an environment where your hard work is valued, and you are seen as an essential part of the clinical team then BBVSH is the place for you!
For more information about our facility and services, please visit our website at: https://bbvsh.com/
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $17.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have a reliable means of transportation (vehicle or transit)?
Work Location: In person
