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Kennel Technician |
| Under the general direction of the Kennel Director, the Kennel Technician is responsible for assisting with the care of the animals residing in the kennel, operation of the kennel and the cleaning and upkeep of the shelter facility. Must be available to work on weekends and evenings. |
Scope:
Primary duties involve the daily and routine maintenance of any and all animal containment areas and other areas of the shelter including indoor/outdoor areas, responsibilities include animal care, disposition, and welfare; and any other duties directly related to the animals or the daily operation of the kennel as prescribed by the Kennel Director.
The kennel technician works closely with local veterinarian offices to provide medical assistance to the animals as prescribed by the vet.
May be required to participate in on-site and off-site adoption, education, or other events.
Any and all other duties as assigned by management. A neat appearance and friendly, cooperative attitude are essential.
Ability to work with animals and other people as well as following directions will be an important part of the performance review.
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Job Activities:
- Assist with the daily operations of the kennel.
- Responsible for the overall operation of the kennel in the absence of the Kennel Director.
- Assist in all daily tasks relative to keeping a safe and sanitary environment.
- Assists with cleaning animal kennels and cages on a daily basis. This includes hosing down the flooring, scrubbing the walls as needed and changing bedding with each cleaning.
- Assists with maintaining proper feeding and watering schedules.
- Assist with animal socialization and exercise, restocking of supplies, laundry, sanitation, waste removal, and general upkeep of the shelter facility.
- Responsible for evaluating the animals' medical and behavioral needs and reporting information to the Kennel and Executive Director.
- Assists with physical exams, evaluation and treatment of routine medical conditions, vaccinations, and testing.
- Responsible for checking and treating animals for internal and external parasites, monitoring animals for illness and disease, seeking medical attention for animals when necessary, ensuring as many animals as possible are altered before being adopted, and working closely with local vet's to ensure care is possible.
- Provide pre and post operative care. Includes but not limited to providing a clean cage, food and water, monitoring recovery, insuring written documents are intact and instructing owners and/or staff on any follow-up care or medication needs.
- Responsible for answering basic questions about vet care to the general public.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate medical records, recording and charting all operations.
- Responsible to check lost and found for possible matches, work with ACO"s, scan stray animals for microchips and/or tattoo's.
- Do initial medical evaluation on all incoming animals and implant microchips.
- Responsible for providing office staff with needed animal information.
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Education and Experience:
Vet Tech experience required. A high school diploma or equivalent is recommended. A valid driver's license is required. Experience preferred. Demonstrated experience in handling dogs and cats is required.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: Animal behavior
Skill in: Relating to animals in a kind and loving manner, handling aggressive animals in a confident and effective manner, relating to the public and staff exhibiting proper and effective communication skills.
Ability to: Follow a daily schedule and work plan for animal care. Must be able to follow directions. Must be able to communicate effectively.
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