Kennel Attendant

Quakertown-Veterinary-Clinic; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

On-the-job training

Access to an online educational portal

Staff events

Job summary

Quaketown Veterinary Clinic in Quakertown, PA is hiring Kennel Attendants to provide daily care for animals staying at the facility and to help maintain a clean, safe environment. Starting pay is based on experience, with weekend shifts required and some holiday availability.

Part-time opportunities are available. Benefits include health-related options, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more. The role involves lifting up to 40 pounds and working as part of a team to support animal care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with animals or kennel care preferred but not required.
• Ability to work with animals calmly and safely.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and established care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for boarding animals: feeding, walking, cleaning, and administering medications as needed.
• Assist with animal handling, restraint, bathing, and routine care.
• Maintain clean, safe, sanitary environments for animals, clients, and staff.
• Monitor animals for changes in condition and document observations.
• Follow facility policies for animal safety and care and communicate observations with the team.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

Follow procedures

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Weekend availability

Job description

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Quakertown Veterinary Clinic, Quakertown, PA, US

Salary Range: $13.00 To $13.50 Hourly

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is seeking Kennel Attendants to join our team. Kennel Attendants provide daily care and support for animals staying at our facility and help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.

Starting pay is based on experience and qualifications. Because our facility provides care throughout the week, this position requires a regular weekend shift commitment and availability for select holidays.

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic - Part time opportunities available

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for boarding animals, including feeding, walking, cleaning enclosures and litter areas, and administering medications according to established procedures
• Assist with animal handling, restraint, bathing, and other routine care
• Follow established cleaning, sanitation, and animal-care procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for animals, clients, and staff
• Monitor animals for changes in condition or behavior and document observations appropriately
• Follow facility policies and procedures for animal safety and care
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding animal care and observations

Qualifications

• Previous experience with animals, veterinary care, kennel care, or a related setting is preferred but not required
• Comfortable handling and caring for animals in a calm and safe manner
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established care procedures
• Must be able to safely lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Availability to work scheduled weekends and select holidays
• Applicants must meet applicable minimum-age requirements for employment

Eligible employees may have access to:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• On-the-job training
• Access to an online educational portal
• Staff events

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described above are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The position involves regular standing, walking, sitting, talking, and hearing. Employees may also be required to bend, reach, and perform other physical activities associated with animal care and facility cleaning. Lifting requirements may vary depending on departmental and operational needs.