Kennel Assistant — Flexible Hours, Benefits, & Growth

Skippack, PA; Skippack, Northern (Montgomery County, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Skippack Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. The role supports daily care for dogs and cats, including feeding, walking, and maintaining kennels in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.

Flexible scheduling with shifts from early morning to late afternoon; weekend and holiday availability is required. We offer benefits for full-time staff and opportunities to contribute to high-quality patient care.

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, 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.

Skills

passion for animals

multi-tasking

strong organizational skills

Job description

Skippack Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. The role supports daily care for dogs and cats, including feeding, walking, and maintaining kennels in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.

Flexible scheduling with shifts from early morning to late afternoon; weekend and holiday availability is required. We offer benefits for full-time staff and opportunities to contribute to high-quality patient care.