Job description
Magnolia Animal Hospital is located in Ocala, Florida just south of Gainesville (the home of the University of Florida) and in the horse capital of the world. We are a multi-doctor, high-quality, high-volume, fast-paced small animal practice. Our practice boasts an experienced technical staff, digital x-ray, digital dental rads, therapy laser, and paper-lite system using the Cornerstone platform. We thrive on serving our clients in Marion county and enjoy consulting with each other, leveraging our strengths, and working together towards our common goal - serving our patients and clients to the best of our ability!
We are seeking a Full-Time Kennel Manager to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Kennel Manager reports directly to the Practice Manager and must be willing to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.
The Kennel Manager is responsible for supervising all aspects of the boarding facility, including personnel management of the kennel staff. The Kennel Manager also handles and/or oversees all duties outlined in the Kennel Assistant job description. This leadership position sets the example for
all hospital staff to follow in animal care. The ideal candidate should have general veterinary medical knowledge to ensure standards of care are followed for patient care, as well as exceptional client service and communication skills. Confidence to deal with stressful situations and difficult employees and clients is a must. This individual must be able to carefully and thoroughly follow instructions and be able to think quickly under pressure.
Kennel experience preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the care of animals that are at our practice for daycare, baths, boarding and/or grooming
- Build and establish relationships with clients
- Develop, train, mentor and recruit kennel staff that match our team culture
- Schedule staff accordingly, generating plans to build the business and services as well as seek to better the services we already provide
- Oversee the kennel staff and their duties, which include: observing pets appearance for physical condition, signs of illness, disease and discomfort; cleaning and disinfecting the pet suites as often as necessary; medicating pets as needed; assist with the feeding and watering of the pets in our care; bathing guests; actively monitor pets during group activities and see to their safety and well-being; provide Tender Loving Care and Comfort to pets in our care; assist any other team member in the facility as needed; give tours of our facility as requested; properly document the behavior and habits of our guests during their stay
Ideal Candidate:
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
- Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
- Be compassionate/caring
- Can work individually, as well as on a team
- Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
Benefits:
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
- 401k plan options
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- Corporate discount program
- Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
Requirements:
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
- Ability to work in a wet environment
With more horses per square mile than people,
Ocala is unofficially known as Florida's "horse country"! True to its name, Ocala is home to the World Equestrian Center, with over 4,000 acres of land, including multiple indoor riding arenas, a five-star luxury hotel, and a fine dining restaurant with seating for 500 guests! In addition to the equestrian lifestyle, Ocala also offers activities for the outdoor enthusiast. Silver Springs State Park and Ocala National Forest are just a short drive away to enjoy glass bottomed boat tours and plenty of hiking!
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