Kennel Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance

About the Role:
Animal Health Center is a busy 24 hour full service hospital we are looking for a hard working and efficient kennel & daycare attendants for part time and full time positions. Experience working with animals in a hospital setting is a huge plus but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Feed and provide fresh water to all animals in the kennel.
• Maintain cleanliness of kennels and common areas to ensure a safe environment.
• Monitor the health and behavior of animals and report any concerns to the veterinary staff.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, and exercising pets as needed.
• Provide companionship and socialization to animals 
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines for handling animals.
• Maintain accurate records of animal care and activities.
• Support veterinary staff during procedures and treatments as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in animal care or kennel settings is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate demeanor.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical stamina to lift and handle animals of various sizes.
• Knowledge of basic animal behavior and health indicators.
• Team-oriented attitude with a commitment to animal welfare.
• Certification in pet first aid and CPR is an advantage.

About Us:
The Animal Health Center is seeking Veterinary Assistants to join our highly specialized practice. We are a team of dedicated professionals using innovative new technology and techniques to pursue the least invasive approach to treat our patients. We offer the highest level of veterinary medicine in a family-oriented atmosphere. "Best of Both Worlds"

Our hospital is one of the largest, most technologically advanced with 1.5T MRI, multi-slice CT, ultrasound, Digital X-rays, a full in house lab and much more. Animal Health Center is a Privately owned and operated veterinary hospital in the Northeast. Voted Westchester’s Best Animal Hospital.