Kennel Assistant

Clayton-Animal-Hospital; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Teladoc access

Discounted veterinary care

Educational assistance (AVMA programs)

Job summary

Clayton Animal Hospital in Clayton, NC is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety.

You'll monitor health cues, maintain cleanliness, manage supplies, and support the veterinary team. The role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within Mission Pet Health's network.

Flexible weekends/holidays, physical fitness to lift 50+ lbs, and a passion for animal welfare are key.

Qualifications

• Love for animals and welfare commitment.
• Reliable, hardworking, able to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and good judgment; handle stress with composure.
• Able to lift up to 50+ lbs; physically active role.
• Previous kennel assistant experience preferred; flexible schedule including some weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide Personalized Care: primary caregiver for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring correct food, exercise, and attention.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: monitor behavior and notify medical team of unusual concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas, runs, and grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies; collaborate with team to complete tasks.

Skills

Animal care

Reliability

Communication

Stamina

Job description

Clayton Animal Hospital has been a trusted partner in comprehensive veterinary care for pets and their owners in Clayton, NC since 1986. We are dedicated to innovative medical, surgical, and preventive care, operating under the philosophy that we treat every patient like our own. Our deep commitment to high standards of care is reflected by our excellent 4.8-star Google rating from the community we serve. If you are looking for a practice that values longevity, high-quality medicine, and provides true advanced care opportunities, this is where you can do your best work.While Clayton Animal Hospital has deep roots in the local community, you join a supportive network dedicated to helping all teammates achieve their professional goals. This commitment means you will have access to resources such as internal specialty consultations to elevate complex cases and structured programs designed to support your continuing education and development. Whether your career aspirations include mastering advanced techniques, becoming a credentialed technician, or moving into leadership, we foster a collaborative culture where you are supported in your professional growth.When you partner with us, you contribute to a long-standing history of delivering outstanding clinical care for small animals. Our established facility offers a wide range of services, including comprehensive wellness and preventive medicine, sophisticated surgical procedures, and in-depth testing and diagnostics. We actively provide advanced care, ensuring that patients receive high-level intervention and support when needed. For cases requiring critical 24/7 monitoring outside of our regular hours, we maintain strong professional referral relationships with nearby emergency centers, ensuring seamless continuity of care for your patients.Located in Clayton, North Carolina, our hospital offers you the opportunity to settle into a welcoming, established community just southeast of Raleigh. Clayton has successfully balanced attractive small-town appeal with the convenient access and growth associated with the greater Research Triangle region, providing excellent opportunities for culture, education, and outdoor activities. This is an ideal location if you are seeking a place where professional challenge and opportunity meets a high quality of life, allowing you to establish deep roots and succeed both professionally and personally.

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.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.
Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace", ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [e-mail] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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