Animal Care Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort is seeking a Animal Care Specialist / Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, clients, and staff.

In this role, you will support both animal care and facility maintenance . Responsibilities include:

• monitoring dogs in daycare groups
• providing daily care for boarding dogs and cats including feeding, watering, bathing, and socializing boarded pets
• administering medications to both dogs and cats
• You will also perform janitorial and housekeeping duties, ensuring kennels, common areas, and treatment spaces are properly sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who may not have prior veterinary clinical experience but are excited about working with animals and providing hands on care. Candidates must be reliable, friendly, organized, and able to multitask while prioritizing animal safety and well-being.

Schedule: This is a Full-Time position, with availability needed Monday-Sunday. Typically staff work every other weekend.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $14 - 18 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Health Package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA option)
• 401k options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee pet discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth potential in a thriving, expanding practice

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
  • Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Strong attention to cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • Ability to observe and report changes in animal behavior or condition
  • Comfort handling dogs and cats safely, including group settings
  • Ability to follow care protocols, including feeding and medication routines
  • Compassionate approach to animal care

About North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort

Since 1945, North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort has proudly served the Raleigh community, providing exceptional medicine with genuine compassion and integrity. Our modern, beautifully designed facility offers a full range of services including wellness care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, boarding, and grooming.

We’re a full-service hospital that’s growing, and we take pride in our team’s dedication to quality medicine, efficiency, and communication. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and a focus on work-life balance, we offer an environment where veterinary professionals can thrive and build lasting careers.

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.

**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.