Boarding and Kennel Assistant

Kennel and Boarding Assistant

Shawnee Animal Hospital is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant for weekends 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 team expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Professional development opportunities

Salary: $11-$13 per hour dependent on experience

Schedule: Part-Time Half days on Monday Tuesday and Thursday every other weekend shifts

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

Why Shawnee Animal Hospital in Shawnee OK

Were focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and addition to diagnostic and preventative services our hospital is equipped with digital radiography in-house labs endoscopy cold laser therapy ultrasound and portable x-ray. We also offer TightRope CCL repairs shockwave therapy ophthalmology services and exotic animal care.

Required Experience:

Junior IC