Kennel Assistant

Toro Park Animal Hospital; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Toro Park Animal Hospital in Salinas, CA is seeking a full-time Kennel Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in caring for animals during their stay.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and schedule, including weekdays and occasional Saturdays; you will help with feeding, walks, hygiene, and medications while ensuring a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well-being.
• Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor animals' health and comfort and report concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, kennels, and cages.
• Change soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Assist with general housekeeping in housing, food prep, and laundry areas.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Assist with check-in and out of boarding patients with proper labeling.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through play and mental stimulation.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Job description

Seeking a Kennel Assistant

Toro Park Animal Hospital is hiring a full-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, expectto 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:

$19.00-$22.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule:

full-time, Monday- Friday 7:30AM-5PM, Saturdays 9AM-3PM

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