Kennel Assistant

Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center•Allentown, PA

18h•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

As a Kennel Assistant at EPVMC, you are a key part of the patient care team. Your work creates a clean, safe, and organized environment that allows medicine to happen. This is not just a cleaning position. This is a role that directly impacts patient safety, hospital efficiency, and team success. Every kennel cleaned, every surface disinfected, and every task completed supports the doctors and nurses who rely on a properly maintained hospital to do their jobs.

Requirements

Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast paced environment
Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization
Ability to follow protocols and safety standards consistently
Comfort working in a hospital environment with animals, including those that are sick or stressed
Willingness to be part of a team and step in where needed
Ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
Ability to work assigned shifts
Strong attention to detail
Calm, confident demeanor in emergency or high-stress situations
Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and treatment areas following hospital protocols
Maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital including floors, surfaces, exam rooms, and common areas such as bathrooms, lounges and lobby.
Handle laundry including washing, drying, and restocking hospital linens
Safely dispose of hospital trash
Restock cleaning supplies in treatment and patient care areas
Monitor for cleanliness, safety hazards, and report concerns promptly