Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Job summary

All Creatures Veterinary Center in Fairview Heights, Illinois, is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant to work with our veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure every animal receives the best possible care during their stay.

You will monitor health and comfort, document treatments, feed and walk dogs, maintain kennels and laundry, and assist with check-in/out. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, PTO and a 401(k); weekend and holiday availability is required.

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.

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.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Job description

Kennel Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Center is hiring a 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 team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities

Salary: $15-$16 dependent on experience and skills

Schedule: Full-Time, Weekends, Holidays, 7:30am-12PM and 4:30-6PM, hours and days may vary

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 Fairview Heights Animal Clinic

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O’Fallon are integral parts of the community in St. Clair County, Illinois. Whether your pet needs routine medical care, emergency services, or treatment due to illness, you can rest assured that our entire staff will treat your pet as one of our own.

All of our staff is highly trained and has completed all of the necessary courses and continuing education courses to work here. However, we also believe that staff training is a key part of the success of our clinic, so we provide four hours of staff training every two weeks. This ensures that all of our patients get top notch care. Not only are our staff trained on animal care, handling, and nutrition, but also on communication skills and computers. Our groomers also receive grooming specific training.