Kennel Assistant

Avery Creek Pet Hospital; Arden (DE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Creek Pet Hospital in Arden, NC, seeks a Kennel Assistant to join our six dedicated veterinarians in delivering compassionate care for boarding and daycare pets. You will help maintain comfort, safety, and cleanliness while supporting the medical team with timely updates on animal health and behavior.

We emphasize teamwork, efficient workflows, and a supportive culture that helps you develop clinically while balancing a personal life in a beautiful Western North Carolina setting.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs and cats in a kennel or shelter environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform physically active tasks.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication and good judgment under pressure.
• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper food, exercise, and comfort.
• Monitor animal health and promptly notify the medical team of unusual concerns.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment across kennel areas and grounds.
• Help manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and support daily operations.

Skills

Animal care

Observation

Communication

Physical stamina

Team player

Job description

At Avery Creek Pet Hospital in Arden, NC, we believe the best medical outcomes start with a deep commitment to compassion and patient comfort. We have been serving the community since 2002 and have established a reputation for clinical excellence, reflected by our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating. Our dedication to patient well-being is formalized by our status as a Fear Free Certified® Practice, ensuring that our specialized training prevents and alleviates fear, anxiety, and stress in our furry friends. If you are looking for an environment where patient comfort and high-quality care are paramount, this is where you can do your best work alongside six dedicated veterinarians.You will join a highly collaborative team environment supported by six experienced DVMs who share a unified vision for comprehensive small animal care. We prioritize workflow efficiency to ensure you can focus entirely on clinical needs, offering drop-off appointments to help manage client scheduling and improve practice throughput. We are dedicated to the success of all our teammates, providing the resources and supportive culture you need to grow your skills and advance your career goals within a well-established practice setting. We encourage every teammate to achieve their highest professional aspirations.The medicine practiced at Avery Creek is comprehensive and advanced, positioning us as a full-service veterinary clinic for the Arden community. We offer a robust spectrum of care including Wellness and Prevention, Testing and Diagnostics, Advanced Care, Surgical Procedures, and Urgent Care. This breadth of services means you will have ample opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge across various complex cases. We ensure continuity of care by providing clients with clear after-hours emergency protocols and established contacts when specialized services are needed.Located in Arden, NC, you will be situated in the heart of Western North Carolina, just minutes from Asheville. This region offers an unparalleled quality of life, especially if you appreciate the outdoors. The surrounding mountains are filled with fantastic hiking destinations for dog lovers, providing a perfect balance between a rewarding veterinary career and an active personal life. This beautiful area, known for its stunning seasonal transitions, is the ideal backdrop for establishing or advancing your career.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

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