Full-Time Kennel Assistant — Caring for Pets & Teams

PetVet Care Centers; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Team member discounts

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers Eastgate Animal Hospital in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Full-Time Kennel Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians by cleaning, feeding, exercising, restraining, and handling pets. The hospital has served the community since 1968 and offers a one-stop destination for wellness, dentistry, oncology services, and grooming/boarding.

We foster a culture of care for pets and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have proper transportation to and from the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate care to pets.
• Feeds animals as prescribed by the attending Veterinarian or owner; records appetites, water intake, and waste.
• Recognizes and reports any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors and monitors pets for distress.
• Assists Veterinarians and technicians with pet restraint.
• Maintains hospital cleanliness and proper sanitation of cages, runs, and wards.
• Follows a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all areas; handles laundry for kennels.

Skills

Animal handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PetVet Care Centers Eastgate Animal Hospital in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Full-Time Kennel Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians by cleaning, feeding, exercising, restraining, and handling pets. The hospital has served the community since 1968 and offers a one-stop destination for wellness, dentistry, oncology services, and grooming/boarding.

We foster a culture of care for pets and staff alike.