Kennel Assistant - Chuckanut Valley Veterinary Clinic

Kennel Assistant - Chuckanut Valley Veterinary Clinic PetVet Care Centers' Chuckanut Valley Veterinary Clinic is currently seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Position Overview Join our team as a Kennel Assistant who supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment; feeding, exercising, restraining and handling pets. Key Responsibilities Feeds animals as prescribed by the attending Veterinarian or as the owner has requested; records appetites; water intake, as well as fecal and urine production Recognizes and reports any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors and monitors pets for signs of distress or disease Assists Veterinarians and technicians with pet restraint Maintains the cleanliness of the hospital each day; cleans equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensures the safe use of chemicals Follows a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards, and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls Completes the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain hospital cleanliness, equipment, and the overall appearance of the hospital Correctly prioritizes tasks Maintains laundry for the kennel and hospital Provides patients with fresh, clean bedding when appropriate Walks patients according to schedule Understands and carries out oral and written directions Performs other duties as assigned Remain professional and courteous to clients and co-workers while handling multiple tasks at once with many interruptions Learn and understand our services and health recommendations and be able to clearly communicate these to clients Be able to deal with difficult and/or aggressive patients in an effective manner meanwhile keeping yourself, the pet, and co-workers safe Performs other duties as assigned by Manager Qualifications Previous Kennel or Veterinary experience Applicants must be 18 years of age or older Schedule Thursday - 7AM–6PM Saturday - 6:45AM–5:45PM Sunday - 7AM–6PM May have some flexibility on days; may have up to 40 hours when available, but starting at the 3 days per week Pay Range $18.25 – $19.35 USD Benefits On-site daycare and boarding services Dynamic, hands‑on environment with a wide variety of cases Supportive team in a great location with a focus on collaboration, learning, and positive clinic culture PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr