Kennel Assistant

Kennel Assistant

Edinburgh Animal Hospital is hiring full-time Kennel Assistants to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position, averaging 30-40 hours per week. This includes day shifts, closing shifts, weekends, and holiday rotations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well-being
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About Edinburgh Animal Hospital

At Edinburgh Animal Hospital, we believe that pets are family. Located in Chesapeake, Virginia, our experienced veterinary team is proud to provide high-quality, compassionate care for dogs, cats, and small animals throughout the Edinburgh and greater Hampton Roads communities. We offer a full range of veterinary services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, and senior pet care. Whether your pet needs a routine check-up or specialized treatment, we are here to help them live a long, healthy, and happy life.