Kennel Assistant / Animal Care Specialist

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant / Animal Care Specialist to join our care-focused team. You will support the veterinary staff by caring for patients, boarding animals, and maintaining clean, safe kennels.

The role requires compassion for animals, the ability to safely handle dogs and cats, and attention to detail. Full-time schedule, with diverse shifts and benefits package including health, 401k, and PTO.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
• Genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing
• Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients
• Administer medication
• Monitor for medical or behavioral concerns and document observations
• Ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and stocked with supplies

Skills

Animal care

Attention to detail

Dependability

Team player

Patient handling

Job description

Kennel Assistant / Animal Care Specialist

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant / Animal Care Specialist to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while providing critical support to the veterinary team.

In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital.You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, andmonitorforany medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, commonspacesand treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

This position is ideal for those who are self-driven, detail-oriented, enjoy cleaning and organization, and are committed to contributing to a team-focused environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $16 - 18 per hour, for each hour worked
• Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a availability needed Monday - Sunday.
  • Shifts range from 7am to 6 pm during the week with some shorter shifts available as well.
  • The team rotates every other weekend and these shifts are 8am-10am and 4-6pm Saturday and Sunday.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
  • Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background
• A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing
• Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision
  • Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient safety and handling techniques
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment
• Dependability and attention to detail
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role

W hy choose North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort?

Since 1945, North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort and our 3-doctor team has proudly served the Raleigh community, providing exceptional medicine with genuine compassion and integrity. Our modern, beautifully designed facility offers a full range of services including wellness care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, boarding, and grooming.

We’re a full-service hospital that’s growing, and we take pride in our team’s dedication to quality medicine, efficiency, and communication. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and a focus on work-life balance, we offer an environment where veterinary professionals can thrive and build lasting careers.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$16 - $18 USD

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

Voluntary Self-Identification

As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify demographic information for compliance and reporting purposes. Completion of this form is entirely voluntary and refusal to provide this information will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

Any information provided will be kept confidential and maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This information will not be used in making hiring decisions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.