Kennel Assistant

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic PC; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a full-service veterinary clinic as a part-time Kennel Assistant. This role involves ensuring the health and comfort of animals, providing essential care, and maintaining a clean environment. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians and support staff, making a real difference in the lives of pets. With a flexible schedule and generous pet benefits, this position is perfect for animal lovers looking to contribute to high-quality veterinary care. If you are enthusiastic and reliable, we invite you to apply and be part of our compassionate team.

Benefits

401(k) plan

Generous pet benefits

Qualifications

• Strong passion for animal care and well-being.
• Ability to efficiently multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and comfort of animals and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain cleanliness and provide care for dogs and cats.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic 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 mission to provide our patients with high-quality, compassionate medical care, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• 401(k) plan
• Generous pet benefits! Because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Flexible schedule as our kennel operates 7 days a week. 6 am- 8 pm.

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 Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic

As a full-service, AAHA-accredited veterinary medical facility in Peoria, Illinois, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch medical, surgical, and dental care through our professional and courteous staff. Our team is highly skilled in PennHip evaluations, A-Stamp certifications, TPLO procedures, orthopedic surgery, abdominal ultrasounds, and echocardiography. We are dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative healthcare, and providing health-related education.