Kennel Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Kennel Assistant – Full Time

Montgomery Animal Clinic | Troy, NC

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

About Us

Montgomery Animal Clinic is proud to be part of Legacy Veterinary Group, a privately

owned network of six veterinary hospitals throughout North Carolina. We are not a

corporate veterinary group-we are a team that believes in supporting one another,

providing exceptional patient care, and creating a workplace where employees enjoy

coming to work every day.

We value mental health, work-life balance, personal growth, and a positive, non-toxic

culture. Our goal is simple: happy employees create happy clients and healthier pets.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and reliable Full-Time Kennel

Assistant to join our team. This position plays an important role in ensuring our patients

receive excellent care while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment

throughout the hospital and boarding facility.

Our hospital is open Monday through Sunday, so candidates should be comfortable

working a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, and care for boarding and hospitalized pets
• Walk dogs and monitor patient comfort and cleanliness
• Clean and sanitize kennels, treatment areas, and hospital spaces
• Assist veterinary assistants and technicians with patient handling and restraint
• Monitor pets for signs of illness, stress, or discomfort and report concerns to medical staff
• Launder bedding, towels, and hospital linens
• Maintain a clean and organized facility
• Provide compassionate care and attention to every patient

What We're Looking For

• Genuine love for animals and their well-being
• Dependable and punctual
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindsetƀ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and spend extended periods standing, walking, bending, and cleaning
• Previous animal care experience is a plus, but not required

Benefits

• $200 annual pet care credit (up to two personal pets)
• Free exams and bloodwork for your pets
• 20% discount on additional veterinary services
• Access to discounted Royal Canin, Purina Pro Plan for Professionals, and Hill's pet food
• 3 sets of company scrubs and a company jacket after 90 days
• Flexible scheduling with a focus on work-life balance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - and time to actually use it
• Opportunities for growth within our veterinary team

Why Join Us?

Whether you're looking to start a career in veterinary medicine or simply want to work

alongside people who genuinely care about animals and each other, Montgomery

Animal Clinic offers an environment where you can learn, grow, and make a difference

every day.

We look forward to meeting you!