Kennel Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners; Wilmington (NC, DE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and collaborative team at a full-service veterinary hospital in Wilmington, North Carolina. As a Kennel Assistant, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a clean and healthy environment for animals, while providing essential care and support. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fun and engaging atmosphere, surrounded by a dedicated team. With competitive pay and a variety of benefits, including health care and educational assistance, this role is perfect for passionate individuals looking to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment while enjoying the beautiful coastal surroundings.

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)

Collaborative Working Environment

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and good judgment.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred.
• Ability to manage stressful situations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the hospital and kennel area.
• Feed and monitor hospitalized animals and boarders.
• Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with animal care.

Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Ability to Lift 50+ lbs

Judgment

Stress Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Wilmington Animal Healthcare Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital located in stunning Wilmington, North Carolina. Just steps from unforgettable ocean views, beaches, and UNC Wilmington, our 6-doctor, AAHA accredited, progressive, small animal practice is world-class. Our professional, compassionate, collaborative, and courteous team is a ton of fun and has been committed to providing comprehensive veterinary care to our highly-valued community since 2006.

If you are a passionate and caring team player, please feel free to send us a resume or apply today!

To find out more about Wilmington Animal Healthcare Veterinary Hospital, please visit https://wilmingtonanimalhealthcare.com/.

The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. A day in the life of a Kennel Assistant:

• 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.

• 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

• Pay range of $12.00-$13.00/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 whiletacklinga challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animalsamong 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).