Boarding & Kennel Assistant — Flexible Schedule

Calusa Veterinary Center; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) + PTO

Job summary

Calusa Veterinary Center in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, 24-hour GP/ER small animal hospital. The role supports veterinarians, technicians and staff to deliver top care for boarded animals.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus PTO and a 401(k) for full-time employees, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well-being.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, respond to emergencies and report concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels and cages.
• Change soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping in housing, food prep and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with check-in/out boarding patients with proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Job description

Calusa Veterinary Center in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, 24-hour GP/ER small animal hospital. The role supports veterinarians, technicians and staff to deliver top care for boarded animals.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus PTO and a 401(k) for full-time employees, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.