Small Animal Kennel Attendant

Small Animal Kennel AttendantAlong with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Posting DetailsPosting Number - PG195263SPInternal Recruitment - NoWorking Title - Small Animal Kennel AttendantAnticipated Hiring Range - $39,000Work Schedule - TBDJob Location - Raleigh, NCDepartment - CVM Teaching HospitalAbout the Department - Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation's highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists. The VH is dedicated to: Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine. Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.Essential Job Duties - This position provides critical support for hospitalized patients through the rigorous sanitation of housing environments and direct assistance to veterinary clinical teams. Coverage includes the General Hospital (GH), Intermediate Care (IMC), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Emergency (ER) departments within the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The successful candidate must possess foundational knowledge of veterinary clinical operations and a commitment to excel in a high-volume, academic teaching environment. This role requires seamless interaction with faculty, staff, and students to maintain a sterile and therapeutic environment for patients requiring specialized care for complex medical conditions. The Impact You'll Make: Clinical Excellence: Directly support veterinary technicians and clinicians with patient treatments, including vitals (TPR), safe restraint, and diagnostic sample submissions. Advanced Biosafety: Serve as the frontline of defense against infectious diseases by managing rigorous sanitation protocols, antibiotic-resistant housing, and isolation ward stewardship. Patient Advocacy: Ensure our patients remain clean, dry, and comfortable during their recovery through proactive monitoring and specialized care. Collaborative Teaching: Integrate with a varied team of faculty, students, and staff to coordinate individualized patient housing and communicate critical diagnostic data through our hospital information systems. Operational Leadership: Manage essential logistics, from medical inventory and equipment maintenance to the orientation of senior veterinary students on clinical standards. What You Bring: Foundational Knowledge: A basic understanding of veterinary clinical operations and a passion for high-volume, specialty-level medicine. Adaptability: The ability to excel in a fast-paced, teaching environment where clinical needs evolve quickly. Communication Skills: A collaborative spirit and the ability to interact professionally with a world-class clinical team. Physical Readiness: The ability to maintain high energy and lift up to 50 lbs (with or without accommodations) to meet the needs of our varied patient population.Other Responsibilities - Other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum Experience/Education - Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.Preferred Qualifications - Previous experience as a kennel attendant in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital. Proficiency in documenting patient care, coordinating services, and managing billing, estimates, and charge entry within a hospital information system. Strong communication and organizational skills, with experience collaborating with clinicians, students, clients, referring veterinarians, and interdisciplinary teams while adhering to established safety and infectious disease protocolsRequired License or Certification - N/AValid NC Driver's License required - NoCommercial Driver's License Required? - NoRecruitment Dates and Special InstructionsJob Open Date - 10/09/2026Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) - 10/15/2026Notice to Applicants - Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.Special Instructions - Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Position DetailsPosition Number - 00108345Position Type - SHRAPosition Classification Band Title - Medical Support TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level - ContributingPosition Classification Salary Range - $ 39,000 - $ 77,109Salary Grade Equivalency - MH07Alternate Option - If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) - 1.0Appointment - 12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather - Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events - Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesTime Limited Position - NoTime-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)Department Id - 192001 - CVM Teaching HospitalEEO - NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. 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