Kennel Assistant

Animal Hospital of Pitt County; Sedgefield (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Pitt County in Greenville, North Carolina, seeks a Kennel Assistant to provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor behavior, and help maintain a safe, clean environment. You will work with a supportive team in a AAHA-accredited hospital that serves the community with dedication since 2012.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, the ability to lift up to 50+ lbs, and flexibility for weekends/holidays as part of a collaborative team focused on excellent

Qualifications

• Love for animals and commitment to their welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring correct food, exercise, and attention.
• Be Eyes and Ears of Animal Health by monitoring behavior and notifying the medical team of concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas, runs, and outdoor grounds to create a safe environment.
• Help manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborate to ensure tasks are completed.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliable and hardworking

Strong communication

Job description

At Animal Hospital of Pitt County in Greenville, North Carolina, our mission is straightforward: to maintain the highest standards in veterinary medicine and treat every pet like our own. You will be joining an organization that proves this commitment daily. We are proud to be an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited facility, placing us among the top 15% of veterinary hospitals nationally and ensuring that every aspect of our patient care—from anesthesia to diagnostic imaging—meets the global benchmark for quality. This dedication is reflected in our excellent 4.8-star Google rating, showing the deep trust we have earned in the community since 2012. If you are seeking a career environment where you can truly do your best work and grow your skills alongside dedicated teammates, this is your opportunity.Our culture emphasizes sound professionalism and good business practices, giving you the foundation necessary to succeed. We understand that excellent medicine requires a supported team. You will be partnered with skilled, compassionate professionals who share your dedication to client service and exceptional veterinary outcomes. We actively support our teammates in achieving their professional goals, whether that means pursuing specialization, moving into leadership, or accessing internal specialty consultations to enhance patient care. We provide a collaborative environment where you can develop your experience and expand your capabilities.As an AAHA-accredited hospital, you can be confident that the quality of medicine practiced here is rigorously upheld across the board. Our comprehensive medical services range from foundational pet wellness and prevention to complex surgical procedures and advanced care. We utilize thorough testing and diagnostics, and our emergency services and diagnostic imaging meet the highest quality standards recognized by AAHA. We provide urgent care during regular hours and maintain a strong referral relationship with Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital for after-hours emergency cases, ensuring pets in our care always have access to continuous coverage.Stepping outside the hospital, you will find yourself in Greenville, North Carolina, a community where Animal Hospital of Pitt County has served the community since 2012. Located in the heart of Pitt County, Greenville offers a welcoming atmosphere for professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life. Joining our team means integrating into a strong, supportive local community that clearly values high-quality pet care, as demonstrated by our exceptional community ratings.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

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