Kennel Assistant
About The Position
Beaumont Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to support the care and comfort of patients and provide critical support to the veterinary team. The role focuses on patient husbandry and care, along with general housekeeping throughout the hospital. The assistant provides meals and walks for boarding patients, administers medication, monitors patients for medical or behavioral concerns, and documents observations. The assistant also sanitizes and stocks kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas. This full-time position follows a 4/10 schedule and requires availability Monday through Sunday. Compensation is $15–$16 per hour. The role is suited to someone who is self-driven, detail-oriented, comfortable with cleaning and organization, and committed to teamwork. Beaumont Animal Clinic is a third-generation, family-founded practice focused on comprehensive preventative care for small animals. Its team includes three DVMs and multiple CVTs and emphasizes collaboration, clinical excellence, and longstanding client relationships.
Requirements
- 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.
- Strong 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
- Three or more years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant or kennel technician is preferred.
- Related animal care experience, such as boarding or doggy daycare attendant work, or an FFA or 4-H background, will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide husbandry and care for patients.
- Provide meals and walks to boarding patients.
- Administer medication to patients.
- Monitor patients for medical or behavioral concerns and document observations in detail.
- Sanitize kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas.
- Keep kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas stocked with supplies.
- Safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision.
- Communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- 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
- Uniform allowance
- 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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