Kennel Assistant

Doc-Side-Veterinary-Medical-Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with company match

Training and career development

Job summary

Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center in Baltimore is seeking a Kennel Assistant to support our medical team and care for hospitalized pets. You’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment while providing hands-on animal care.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork, physical activity, and learning about veterinary services. Training and career development opportunities are offered, with benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience working with animals.
• Cleanliness or custodial experience preferred.
• Able to lift and move large pets and equipment.
• Reliable with ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and restrain patients using Fear Free techniques.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary hospital environment, including kennels, laundry, sweeping, and vacuuming.
• Feed and provide fresh water to hospitalized pets.
• Walk and exercise patients.
• Restock supplies and monitor inventory levels.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and well‑being of all animals in our care.
• Assist the medical team with outpatient and surgical procedures, including patient monitoring.
• Support daily hospital operations and collaborate with team members to provide outstanding patient care.

Skills

Animal care

Cleaning

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Positive attitude

Job description

Kennel Assistant

Department: Boarding

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Compensation: $15.00 / hour

Description

Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center

Join our amazing team as our newest Kennel Assistant! We are looking for a compassionate, dependable animal lover to help provide exceptional care for our patients and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment.

As a Kennel Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting both our medical team and the pets entrusted to our care. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, thrives in a team environment, and is passionate about animal welfare.

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

• Safely handle and restrain patients using Fear Free techniques
• Maintain a clean and sanitary hospital environment, including cleaning kennels, laundry, sweeping, and vacuuming
• Feed and provide fresh water to hospitalized pets
• Walk and exercise patients
• Restock supplies and monitor inventory levels
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and overall well‑being of all animals in our care
• Assist the medical team with outpatient and surgical procedures, including patient monitoring
• Support daily hospital operations and collaborate with team members to provide outstanding patient care

What You’ll Bring:

• Previous experience working with animals is required
• Previous cleaning or custodial experience preferred
• The physical ability to lift and move large pets and equipment, as well as remain active throughout the shift
• A positive attitude and strong team mentality—smiles and laughter are highly encouraged!
• Reliability and the ability to work independently
• A willingness to learn and grow within the veterinary field
• A passion for providing gentle, compassionate care to every patient

Please note: References, background checks, and drug testing are required.

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and career development opportunities