Compassionate Veterinary Kennel Assistant

Animal Care Center & Unleashed of Carters Creek; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Care Center of Carters Creek is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team. You will assist with patient husbandry, feeding, walking, and daily care of boarding and hospitalized patients, while supporting the veterinary staff.

The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a passion for animal welfare. You should be comfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments, and you will document observations and ensure kennels and treatment areas are clean

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred.
• Ability to handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals safely under supervision.
• Strong observational skills and attention to patient concerns.

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients.
• Administer medication and monitor for medical or behavioral concerns.
• Document observations and keep kennels, common areas, and treatment spaces clean and stocked.

Skills

Animal care

Kennel duties

Observation skills

Team player

Dependable

Job description

Animal Care Center of Carters Creek is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team. You will assist with patient husbandry, feeding, walking, and daily care of boarding and hospitalized patients, while supporting the veterinary staff.

The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a passion for animal welfare. You should be comfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments, and you will document observations and ensure kennels and treatment areas are clean