Part-Time Kennel Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Are you passionate about animals and looking for a part-time opportunity in veterinary medicine? We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Veterinary Kennel Assistant to help provide exceptional care for our patients and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in veterinary medicine while working with a variety of species, including dogs, cats, birds, exotic pets, and pocket pets.

Schedule

• Saturday: 2–4 hours 
• Sunday: 2–4 hours 
• Monday: 10 hours 
• Wednesday: 4 hours 

Total Weekly Hours: Approximately 18–22 hours

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, treatment areas, and hospital facilities 
• Feed, water, and provide basic care for hospitalized and boarding patients 
• Walk dogs and monitor patient comfort and well-being 
• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with patient care tasks as directed.
• Launder bedding, restock supplies, and maintain organization throughout the hospital 
• Observe and report changes in patient behavior, appetite, or condition 
• Help ensure a safe, clean, and stress-free environment for all animals

What We're Looking For:

What We're Looking For

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness 
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated 
• Comfortable working around animals of all sizes, temperaments, and species 
• Knowledge of animal care is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate 
• Interest in learning about veterinary medicine and animal husbandry 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically active work throughout the shift 

• Previous experience in animal care, veterinary medicine, boarding facilities, shelters, or pet care services 
• Familiarity with caring for dogs, cats, avian species, exotic animals, reptiles, and pocket pets 
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in a veterinary hospital setting 
• Work alongside experienced veterinary professionals 
• Expand your knowledge of companion animal, avian, and exotic pet care 
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the veterinary field 
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families 

If you are hardworking, dependable, and eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and begin your journey in veterinary medicine with a team dedicated to outstanding patient care.