Kennel Assistant

Willowrun Veterinary Hospital; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet discount

401(k) match

Job summary

Willowrun Veterinary Hospital in Smithfield, NC is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering compassionate care to every animal during their stay.

The role offers a mix of duties including monitoring animals, documenting treatments, feeding, walking, and maintaining a clean kenneling environment. Weekend coverage may be required, with competitive hourly pay and pet-related perks.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal well-being.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and comfort of animals; respond to emergencies and report concerns.
• Document treatments, activities and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions and provide fresh water.
• Maintain cleanliness of kennels, dishes, bowls and litter areas.
• Handle laundry, bedding and general housekeeping in housing and care areas.
• Administer medications as directed and assist with check-in/out of boarding patients.

Skills

Animal care

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Job description

Willowrun Veterinary Hospital is hiring a part-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, 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.