Kennel Assistant at Warr Acres Animal Clinic

Warr Acres Animal Clinic•Warr Acres, OK

1d•$10 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

Warr Acres Animal Clinic is a trusted veterinary practice in Oklahoma City, OK. We offer many services to keep animal companions healthy and happy. Our commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine is matched only by our genuine love for animals. More about the Role We are a high-energy, fast-paced veterinary clinic seeking a dependable and motivated Kennel Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes pride in their work, and is eager to grow their knowledge in veterinary medicine. “This is not a slow-paced position—success in this role requires urgency, adaptability, and a willingness to stay engaged throughout your shift.”

Requirements

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to help where needed
Reliability and consistency—your team depends on you
Comfort working with animals of all sizes, temperaments, and medical needs
Ability to work on weekends as required
Previous veterinary experience preferred
Ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients over 25 pounds with assistance
Practices OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

Nice To Haves

Previous kennel or animal care experience
Interest in advancing into a veterinary assistant or technician role

Responsibilities

Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets (feeding, cleaning, monitoring)
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kennel and clinic environment
Assist technicians and doctors with basic animal handling and support tasks
Observe and report changes in pet behavior or health
Ensure pets are comfortable, safe, and well cared for during their stay
Provides great care for patients visiting the practice for grooming and / or boarding.
Ensures patients are admitted noting the client’s specific instructions to ensure a quality outcome including contact information and pick up time.
Accurately and legibly records information related to the patient such as feeding schedules, appearance, and behavior during practice visit.
Observes patient’s appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
Appropriately handles patients and as needed, properly restrains hard-to-control patients.
Walks patients several times a day to provide exercise and time for elimination of bowels and bladder.
Applies knowledge of normal food and liquid requirements and as required, provides special food and liquids.
Ensures patients are clean and fresh smelling and have been checked by a Technician / Doctor prior to discharge; ensures patient has all personal property upon exit.
Ensures cages and patients are properly numbered and identified and that personal property (toys, treats, blankets, leashes) are stored in the proper areas and identified.
Regularly cleans, disinfects and maintain kennels, cages, runs and stalls as often as is necessary to ensure no cages or kennels are soiled and odors are not apparent.
Performs general cleaning in other areas of the hospital to control the spread of disease.
Washes and sterilizes water and food bowls.
Launders and dries towels and blankets.
Walks hospital grounds regularly and cleans any trash and stool material; empties trash throughout the practice and grounds.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement benefits or accounts
Bonus incentive
Flexible work schedules
Career and professional development
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.