Compassionate Kennel Assistant| Flexible Part-Time Pet Care

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic PC; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Guardian voluntary benefits

Generous pet benefits

Job summary

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, IL is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure high-quality care for boarded animals and support daily operations while maintaining excellent customer service.

We offer a supportive work environment with scheduling flexibility, a 401(k) plan, guardian benefits, and generous pet benefits as part of our total rewards package.

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, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health 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 and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Job description

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, IL is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure high-quality care for boarded animals and support daily operations while maintaining excellent customer service.

We offer a supportive work environment with scheduling flexibility, a 401(k) plan, guardian benefits, and generous pet benefits as part of our total rewards package.