Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee pet discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced veterinarians and support staff, ensuring that every animal receives exceptional care. You will be responsible for monitoring animal health, maintaining cleanliness, and providing comfort to pets during their stay. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being, the company offers generous benefits, including paid time off and pet discounts. If you have a passion for animal welfare and thrive in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and reliable individual with a passion for animal care.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and comfort of animals and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain cleanliness and document treatments and observations.
• Feed, walk, and bathe animals as necessary.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Northgate Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve. Medical, dental, vision, retirement - plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too for full-time employees.
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with a generous PTO policy, allowing you to take the time you need to recharge for full-time employees.
• Employee Pet Discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) plan

Salary: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This role requires availability Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Every other weekend and all holidays are mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Qualifications:

• Passion for animals and their well-being
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About Northgate Animal Hospital

Northgate Animal Hospital in Hixson, TN is a 4-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice that has been providing cutting-edge veterinary care in Chattanooga for over three decades. We are committed to our clients and their pets! At Northgate Animal Hospital, we offer complete pet health care services to make sure your pets stay happy and healthy, including physical examination, veterinary X-ray facilities, dental treatment, laser surgery procedures, and diagnostic analysis. Whether you have a new puppy or kitten, or your companion is a senior pet, Northgate Animal Hospital will provide you with the latest cutting-edge technologies in veterinary treatment for your pets.