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Kennel Associate Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

VCA Animal Hospitals

Kennel Position

Medford, OR

$13 - $16.50/hr

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive ...

National Veterinary Associates

$12/hr

North Mecklenburg Animal Hospital is located beside Lake Norman in Cornelius, North Carolina, which is a quick 20 minute drive to the heart of uptown Charlotte and a short road-trip away from the ...

VCA Animal Hospitals

Kennel Position

Medford, OR · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive ...

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What is a kennel associate?

Kennel Associates are animal care professionals responsible for the daily care and well-being of animals in kennels, veterinary clinics, animal shelters, or boarding facilities. Their duties include feeding, cleaning enclosures, exercising animals, and monitoring their health and behavior. Kennel Associates also assist with basic grooming, record keeping, and sometimes help veterinarians or technicians during treatments. They play a vital role in ensuring animals are safe, comfortable, and healthy during their stay.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a kennel associate?

To thrive as a Kennel Associate, you need basic animal care knowledge, physical stamina, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with animal handling equipment, cleaning supplies, and sometimes pet care management software is commonly required. Attention to detail, patience, and strong communication with both pets and their owners are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure animal safety, cleanliness, and a positive experience for both pets and clients in a kennel environment.

What are some common challenges faced by kennel associates and how can they be managed effectively?

Kennel Associates often encounter challenges such as managing multiple animals with varying temperaments, maintaining cleanliness in a high-traffic environment, and handling emergency situations like sudden illness or injuries. Effective time management, strong communication with team members, and adhering to established safety protocols are key to overcoming these challenges. Regular training and a supportive team environment also help ensure both the animals' well-being and a positive workplace experience for associates.

What is the difference between Kennel Associate vs Pet Care Technician?

AspectKennel AssociatePet Care Technician
CertificationsNone required or basic animal handlingBasic animal care, possibly pet first aid
Work EnvironmentAnimal shelters, kennels, pet boarding facilitiesVeterinary clinics, animal hospitals
Job DutiesCleaning, feeding, supervising animals in kennelsAdministering medications, assisting vets, monitoring health

While both roles involve caring for animals, Kennel Associates primarily focus on cleaning, feeding, and supervising animals in kennels or shelters. Pet Care Technicians often work in veterinary settings, providing more advanced care like administering medications and assisting veterinarians. The roles share some basic animal handling skills but differ in complexity and work environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Kennel jobs in Oregon?

The most popular types of Kennel jobs in Oregon are:

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Kennel Associate jobs?

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Kennel Assistant

Portland, OR • On-site

BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital
Veterinary Services • 1 - 5K employees

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their team in Northeast Portland!
Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Every Other Wednesday from 10am - 8pm
  • Do you have a passion for animals?
  • Do you have shelter, rescue, boarding or doggy day care experience?

  • Would you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment?

If you answered "yes" to the questions, then we would love to hear from you.
A Kennel Assistant attends to the basic needs of animals that are patients of the hospital and cleans the hospital facility, equipment, and tools. The role may include assistance with basic patient care such as the safe restraint of patients during treatment.
As a Kennel Assistant, you will:
  • Observe patients for obvious signs of health concerns and report any findings to senior staff.

  • Clean and disinfect areas of the hospital as often as is necessary to maintain high standards of care.

  • Prepare patient meals, clean patient cages, and bedding, and maintain litter boxes.

  • Safely approach and restrain cooperative patients as needed during treatments.

  • Provide routine attention to patients, including walking dogs.

  • Effectively clean and maintain hospital equipment and tools.

  • Quantify patient voids and report findings to senior Veterinary Assistant or Technician.

  • Remove and wash soiled laundry and keep clean laundry stocked.

  • Patrol facility regularly to ensure cleanliness.

Why BluePearl?
  • Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.

  • We encourage you to grow with us. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.

  • To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.

  • We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

  • Parental leave benefits

  • Flexible work schedules

  • 401k and retirement planning

  • Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans

  • Health and well-being resources to assist with stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management skills

  • We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.
BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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