Kennel Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 13,776 - 17,908; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k options

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Charlotte, NC, seeks a part-time Kennel Assistant to support patient care and ensure a clean environment. Responsibilities include providing meals and walks for boarding animals, medication administration, and monitoring animal health. Ideal candidates should have 1+ years of experience handling animals, strong attention to cleanliness, and a compassionate approach to care. Benefits include competitive pay and a health package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of kennel or animal handling experience preferred.
• Comfort with handling dogs and cats safely.

Responsibilities

• Focus on patient husbandry and care.
• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients.
• Administer medication and monitor for health concerns.
• Sanitize and stock kennels and treatment areas.

Skills

Attention to cleanliness and sanitation standards

Observation of animal behavior or condition

Handling dogs and cats in group settings

Following care protocols

Compassionate approach to animal care

Job description

Job Overview

River Run Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while providing critical support to the veterinary team.

In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital. You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

Schedule

This is a part-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday‑Sunday (weekends are on rotation).

Benefits and Compensation

• Compensation: $10 - $13 per hour, for each hour worked
• Health package: medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount

Minimum Qualifications And Skill Set

• 1+ years of kennel or animal handling experience preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• • Strong attention to cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • Ability to observe and report changes in animal behavior or condition
  • Comfort handling dogs and cats safely, including group settings
  • Ability to follow care protocols, including feeding and medication routines
  • Compassionate approach to animal care

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, etc. Qualified applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations. Please contact People Operations if you require assistance completing the application process.