Kennel Assistant
About The Position
Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to provide patient husbandry and care and general housekeeping throughout the hospital. The kennel team supports patient comfort and the veterinary team. The role includes feeding and walking boarding patients, administering medication, monitoring for medical or behavioral concerns, and documenting observations. The assistant also sanitizes and stocks kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas. This position suits someone who is self-driven, detail-oriented, comfortable with cleaning and organization, and committed to teamwork. The schedule is flexible and follows a 4/10 schedule, with availability needed Monday through Sunday and weekends on rotation. Compensation is $11–$13 per hour. Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital serves Tulsa and surrounding communities and provides medical, surgical, dental, and preventive veterinary care.
Requirements
- A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing.
- Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision.
- Awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient-safety and handling techniques.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative.
- Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment.
- Dependability and attention to detail.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal-care role.
- Strong observational skills and willingness to communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team.
- Interest in learning and growing within the veterinary profession.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant or kennel technician is preferred.
- Related animal-care experience, such as working as a boarding or doggy daycare attendant, or an FFA or 4-H background, will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient husbandry and care.
- Feed and walk boarding patients.
- Administer medication to patients.
- Monitor patients for medical or behavioral concerns and document observations.
- Sanitize kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas.
- Keep supplies stocked.
- Safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision.
- Communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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