Kennel Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this role, you will ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility, provide essential care to animals, and support the veterinary staff in delivering high-quality services. With a focus on teamwork and a shared passion for animal welfare, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their owners. Join a company recognized for its growth and commitment to employee development, and be part of a collaborative environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Educational Assistance for Veterinary Technician Programs

Teladoc - FREE Doctor Access 24/7

Discounted Veterinary Care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and good judgment.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the hospital and monitor animal conditions.
• Feed and walk animals, notifying staff of any issues.
• Assist with treatment and maintain kennel inventory.

Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Judgment

Ability to Manage Stressful Situations

Physical Capability to Lift 50+ lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mckinney Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility serving small animals located in the McKinney community and surrounding areas for over 30 years. We offer services such as routine vaccinations, parasite testing and preventatives, routine and specialized blood testing, diagnostic cytology, hospitalization, surgery services, dental care, cold laser therapy, grooming services, and boarding/day care services. Our Veterinary hospital has state of the art diagnostic equipment to detect and treat a variety of small animal diseases. With their combined 50 years of experience, each veterinarian and team member is deeply committed to the health and well-being of your pet. We love animals as much as you do! If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today.

The Kennel Assistant Role

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds.
• Feed hospitalized animals and boarders.
• Monitor and record important information about the animals’ conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
• Walk animals three times a day.
• Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician/Assistant of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
• Clean treatment, exam, surgery and lab areas daily.
• Maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat.
• Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with restraint and treatment of animals.
• Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians/Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Flexible schedule including some weekend/holiday shifts.
• Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations.
• Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay range of $13-$15/hour based on experience.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401k).
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).
• Short Term Disability.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only.
• SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs.
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7.
• Discounted Veterinary Care.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth.
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).