Kennel Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in animal care is looking for a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing exceptional care to pets, ensuring cleanliness in the facility, and assisting veterinary staff. Ideal candidates will have a passion for animal welfare and the ability to thrive in a busy environment. The position offers competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, and generous employee discounts for pet care. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k)

Employee Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care or veterinary settings is a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean cages, runs, and play fields for pets.
• Feed, medicate, and care for dogs and cats.
• Assist doctors and technicians as needed.

Skills

Animal Care

Cleaning Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team.

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and providing the highest quality care to boarded and hospitalized pets.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Cleaning cages, runs, and play fields.
2. Feeding, medicating, and caring for dogs and cats.
3. Managing play groups for dogs.
4. Handling phone calls, scheduling reservations, and managing intakes & discharges.
5. Doing laundry, dishes, and general cleaning.
6. Cleaning and maintaining hospital premises.
7. Assisting Doctors and Technicians as needed.

Working weekends and holidays is required. The hourly rate starts at $18.50 and increases based on experience.

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Benefits include competitive compensation and a comprehensive package such as medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation and sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more.

The information provided describes the general nature and level of work expected. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or assign additional tasks as needed due to circumstances such as emergencies, personnel changes, workload, or technical developments.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For our complete EEO statement, please visit our career page at vcacareers.com.