Kennel Assistant

Innovetive Petcare; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Employee discounts on veterinary care

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Marietta, GA is seeking a dependable Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary team in a busy emergency and specialty hospital.

This full-time role involves animal care, cleaning, laundry, patient transport, and following infection-control protocols to keep hospitalized patients safe.

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply; compassion for animals and reliability are essential, with weekend/evening shifts possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or animal care setting preferred.
• Willingness to learn; entry-level candidates welcome.
• Compassion for animals and ability to handle sick/injured patients.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and communication.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Willingness to perform cleaning, sanitation, laundry and support duties.
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, water, bedding and comfort for hospitalized animals.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, treatment areas and spaces.
• Wash and distribute hospital laundry; restock supplies.
• Safely transport dogs and cats; report concerns to the clinical team.
• Follow cleaning checklists; maintain safe walkways and report shortages.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Attention to detail

Reliability & communication

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kennel Assistant

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Description

Do you love animals and want to make a difference in their care? Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is seeking a dependable, compassionate Full-Time Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary team at our Marietta, GA location.

Working alongside veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants, you'll help care for hospitalized patients and maintain a clean, safe, and organized emergency and specialty veterinary hospital.

What You'll Do

• Animal Care: Provide food, water, clean bedding, litter box maintenance, and comfort for hospitalized animals as directed.
• Cleaning and Sanitation: Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, treatment areas, equipment, floors, and common spaces while following infection-control protocols.
• Laundry and Supplies: Wash and distribute hospital laundry, restock supplies, and maintain organized patient and storage areas.
• Patient Support: Safely handle and transport dogs and cats as directed by the clinical team; observe patient behavior and promptly report concerns.
• Hospital Operations: Follow cleaning checklists, maintain safe walkways, address spills, and communicate supply shortages, equipment issues, and competing priorities.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, kennel, boarding facility, or animal care setting preferred. Entry-level candidates willing to learn are encouraged to apply.
• Compassion for animals and the ability to safely work around dogs and cats, including sick, injured, and recovering patients.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, communication skills, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to perform routine cleaning, sanitation, laundry, and other essential hospital support duties.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend and kneel as needed, and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance or appropriate equipment when necessary.
• Flexibility to work the assigned schedule, which may include weekends, holidays, evenings, or overnight shifts depending on hospital needs.

Why Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency?

Join a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care in a specialty and emergency veterinary setting.

Team Benefits Include:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Telemedicine and mental health support.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Discounts on veterinary services, medications, and care for your personal pets.
• Opportunities for professional development and future growth into veterinary assistant and other hospital support roles.