Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners•Peoria, IL

17d•$15 - $16

About The Position

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant to work with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to provide animals with high-quality care and customer service during their stay. The role involves monitoring animal health and comfort, feeding and exercising animals, administering medications, maintaining clean housing and work areas, and assisting with boarding check-in and checkout. The boarding facility operates seven days a week, with shifts starting as early as 6:00 AM and ending around 8:00 PM. The clinic is a full-service, AAHA-accredited veterinary medical facility in Peoria, Illinois, providing medical, surgical, and dental care.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Monitor animals’ health and comfort, respond to emergencies, and report health concerns.
Document treatments, activities, and observations.
Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
Feed dogs and cats and provide fresh water on schedule.
Wash dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages to maintain cleanliness.
Change and replace soiled bedding and perform laundry tasks.
Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
Perform general housekeeping in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
Assist with checking boarding patients in and out, including proper labeling and ID collars.
Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.