Kennel Assistant

Kennel Attendant Bothell, WAFull-Time or Part-Time | 2040 hours/week | All Experience Levels Welcome | Bothell, WAThe Center for Bird and Exotic Animal Medicine (CBEAM) is hiring a Kennel Attendant to help care for birds, small mammals, reptiles, and other exotic pets in our 24-hour emergency and primary care hospital near Seattle, WA. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, and no previous veterinary experience is requiredwe will train the right candidate.About CBEAMCBEAM is an exotic animal veterinary hospital providing scheduled appointments 7 days a week and the only exotic-exclusive hospital in the area offering 24-hour emergency care. Our veterinary team provides specialized wellness, emergency, and critical care for birds, small mammals, reptiles, and other non-traditional pets.Our teaching-hospital environment offers opportunities to learn new skills, develop professionally, and take on additional responsibilities as you grow.In Your Day-To-Day You WillProvide food and water according to each patient's individual diet and care instructions.Monitor patients throughout the day and communicate changes in behavior, appetite, activity, or overall condition to the veterinary team.Clean and sanitize incubators, cages, kennels, treatment areas, and other patient-care surfaces.Provide appropriate husbandry and maintain a comfortable, safe environment for hospitalized animals.Assist with patient restraint when needed for diagnostics and treatments, following veterinary team direction.Maintain accurate records documenting patient care, feeding, cleaning, and observed behaviors.Restock exam rooms and treatment areas with hospital supplies.Complete laundry, trash collection, sweeping, mopping, and other cleaning duties necessary to maintain a safe hospital environment.Help maintain an organized and sanitary hospital while supporting the veterinary team with daily patient-care needs.Work with a wide variety of species, including birds, reptiles, small mammals, and occasionally insects, with appropriate training and supervision.What We're Looking ForHigh school diploma or equivalentNo veterinary experience requiredwe provide on-the-job trainingGenuine interest in working with animals and willingness to learn about exotic speciesAbility to safely handle and care for a variety of animal speciesStrong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentAnimal handling experience preferred but not requiredPrevious experience working in a team environment preferredComfortable working around animal hair, dander, feces, urine, odors, and allergens such as hayComfortable working with cleaning chemicals while following required PPE and safety proceduresScheduleFull-time: 3640 hours per weekPart-time: minimum 20 hours per weekSundaySaturday availability requiredSchedule will be discussed during the interview processPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift, move, and transport up to 40 poundsAbility to stand for extended periods and navigate stairsFrequent bending, stooping, and kneelingAbility to work safely in an environment with animal allergens, cleaning chemicals, and odorsWhy Join CBEAM?On-the-job trainingProfessional development opportunitiesOpportunities for advancementUniform allowanceEmployee Assistance ProgramWork alongside experienced veterinary professionals specializing in exotic animal medicineGain hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of unique speciesIf you love animals, are eager to learn, and want to build your skills in a specialty veterinary environment, apply today to join the CBEAM team!