Kennel Assistant - Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic - NY

Veterinary Innovative Partners • New York City, NY

1d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you someone who loves working with animals, enjoys staying active throughout the day, and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic is seeking two Kennel Assistants to support our medical team, patients, and clients in our beautifully renovated hospital in the heart of New York City. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and being an essential part of a fast-paced, high-quality veterinary practice. About Our Hospital We are located in our newly renovated facility at 374 6th Ave, New York, NY , designed with both pets and team members in mind: 5 spacious exam rooms State-of-the-art surgical and dental suites Modern technology and cloud-based medical records A comfortable team lounge to recharge between appointments Fear Free, Feline Friendly, and Human-Animal Bond Certified You’ll be joining a collaborative, supportive team that values kindness, communication, and excellent care.

Requirements

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Comfort interacting with clients and pets throughout the day
• Ability to multitask in a busy hospital environment
• Compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Responsibilities

• Prepare and flip exam rooms between appointments
• Set up rooms for patient visits and procedures
• Maintain hospital cleanliness through routine cleaning and disinfection
• Walk dogs and provide routine patient care and observation
• Assist with patient handling and basic restraint as needed
• Support the medical team with patient flow and organization
• Communicate professionally with clients in person and over the phone

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Discounted healthcare for personal pets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed