Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discount

401(k) with generous company match

Job summary

Willowrun Veterinary Hospital in Smithfield, North Carolina seeks compassionate team members to care for dogs and cats in a busy, family-friendly clinic. The role involves monitoring animal health, documenting treatments, assisting with boarding, and administering medications in a fast-paced environment while upholding high cleanliness and guest-service standards.

Weekend shifts are included in our rotating schedule, and the team collaborates to support pets and their owners with empathy and

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.

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, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• 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.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking

Organization & attention to detail

Job description

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.

Salary

$14.00 - $15.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time and part-time hours available. Full-time averages 4 days per week with every other weekend required. Weekends and holidays are required.

Hours

• Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Saturdays: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Sundays: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM & 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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

About Willowrun Veterinary Hospital

Named the "Best Veterinary Hospital" in the 2023 Best of Johnston County awards, Willowrun Veterinary Hospital is a place where compassion, love of animals, and community meet. We are located in the town of Smithfield, North Carolina, and stand as Johnston County's oldest veterinary hospital. We are also one of the longest-accredited American Animal Hospital Association facilities in the country, a badge we proudly wear.