Kennel Attendant

Description


Kennel Attendant


Best Friends Animal Hospital and Pet Hotel
Fayetteville, AR
Part-Time


About Us:
At BFAHPH, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we're proud to serve our community by providing compassionate, high-quality care to every patient who comes through our doors. Our team values teamwork, communication, and kindness-and we believe every role in our hospital plays an important part in helping animals and the people who love them


Position Summary:
We are seeking caring, motivated individuals to join our Kennel Team . Kennel Attendants are a vital part of our hospital, responsible for ensuring the comfort, cleanliness, and well-being of the animals in our care. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on animal care, takes pride in maintaining a clean environment, and wants to be part of a collaborative, community-focused team.


Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain hospital cleanliness and uphold strict biosecurity standards.
• Provide daily husbandry and care for hospitalized and boarding patients, ensuring they are comfortable, clean, and content.
• Walk, feed, and bathe patients as needed.
• Communicate observations and any changes in patient behavior or condition to the medical team promptly.
• Send client updates and happy photos to help keep owners connected to their pets.
• Maintain kennel inventory and help keep supplies organized and stocked.
• Support a positive, team-oriented hospital culture and uphold our standards of patient and client care.

Qualifications:

• Compassion for animals and a strong work ethic.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Comfort with cleaning duties and attention to detail.
• Prior animal care experience is helpful but not required.

Schedule & Details:

• Part-time
• Shifts: 7:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Monday-Sunday.
• Weekend and holiday availability is required--including Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Ideal for university students, pre-vet students, or those looking to gain experience in a veterinary hospital setting.
• Please note: This is not a full-time position.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great addition to our kennel team. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can help us continue to thrive in serving our patients, clients, and community.