Part-Time Kennel Care Assistant — Pet Discount & Care

Tenafly-Veterinary-Center; Tenafly (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discount

401(k) with generous company match

Job summary

Tenafly Veterinary Center is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant to work with our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to care for animals during their stay. The role emphasizes compassionate animal care and strong customer service.

Schedule includes 27 hours per week with shifts Monday–Thursday 12:30 PM–6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM–3:30 PM; salary range $16.00–$20.00 per hour depending on skills and experience.

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 emergencies.
• 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

Organization

Job description

Tenafly Veterinary Center is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant to work with our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to care for animals during their stay. The role emphasizes compassionate animal care and strong customer service.

Schedule includes 27 hours per week with shifts Monday–Thursday 12:30 PM–6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM–3:30 PM; salary range $16.00–$20.00 per hour depending on skills and experience.