Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners•Tenafly, NJ

5h•$16 - $19

About The Position

Tenafly Veterinary Center is hiring a full-time or part-time Kennel Assistant 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 mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge. Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too. 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today. Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Schedule: Full-time and part-time hours available for closing shifts. About Tenafly Veterinary Center Tenafly Veterinary Center and our sister hospital, Overpeck Creek Animal Hospital, have been proudly caring for pets and their families since 1995. We’re a full-service, community-focused practice offering everything from routine wellness and dental care to advanced surgery and emergency services. Our team is known for compassion, professionalism, and creating a welcoming environment where pets’ comfort comes first. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and building lasting relationships with the families we serve. We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

Requirements

Passion for animals and their well-being
Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

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.