Boarding and Kennel Assistant
About The Position
Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Kennel Assistant to work with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure animals receive care during their stay. The role supports animal health and comfort, boarding operations, cleanliness, and customer service. The schedule is 40 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. The salary is $15.00–$16.00 per hour, dependent on experience. The hospital provides diagnostic and preventive services and is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, cold therapy laser, and ultrasound.
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 emergency situations, 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.
- Clean dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
- Replace soiled bedding and perform laundry tasks.
- Bathe animals as needed before discharge.
- Perform housekeeping in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
- Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
- Assist with boarding patient check-in and check-out, ensuring proper labeling and identification collars.
- Help reduce stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan for full-time employees
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
