Kennel Assistant

Innovetive PetCare • Marietta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is seeking a dependable, compassionate full-time Kennel Assistant at its Marietta, Georgia location. The role supports veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants in caring for hospitalized patients and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized emergency and specialty veterinary hospital.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Compassion for animals and ability to safely work around dogs and cats, including sick, injured, and recovering patients.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to perform routine cleaning, sanitation, laundry, and other essential hospital support duties.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend and kneel as needed, and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance or appropriate equipment when necessary.
• Flexibility to work the assigned schedule, which may include weekends, holidays, evenings, or overnight shifts depending on hospital needs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, kennel, boarding facility, or animal care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, water, clean bedding, litter box maintenance, and comfort for hospitalized animals as directed.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, treatment areas, equipment, floors, and common spaces while following infection-control protocols.
• Wash and distribute hospital laundry, restock supplies, and maintain organized patient and storage areas.
• Safely handle and transport dogs and cats as directed by the clinical team.
• Observe patient behavior and promptly report concerns.
• Follow cleaning checklists, maintain safe walkways, and address spills.
• Communicate supply shortages, equipment issues, and competing priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Telemedicine and mental health support.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Discounts on veterinary services, medications, and care for personal pets.
• Opportunities for professional development and future growth into veterinary assistant and other hospital support roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED