Pet Care Kennel Assistant - 4-Day Week & Weekends Off

the Atlantic Animal Hospital; Wilmington, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work weeks

Weekends off

Rotate holidays

Job summary

Atlantic Animal Hospital in Wilmington, North Carolina, is hiring a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets in a full-service hospital and resort setting.

You will monitor animal health, provide personalized care, and maintain a clean, safe environment while supporting the medical team. We offer a 4-day work week, weekend time off, rotating holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package to eligible teammates.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for boarding and daycare pets.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work some weekends and holidays.
• Physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets with proper food, exercise, and attention.
• Monitor animal health and promptly inform medical team of concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and outdoor areas.
• Manage inventory of food and cleaning supplies and coordinate team tasks.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliable

Strong communication

Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs

Kennel assistant experience preferred

Job description

Atlantic Animal Hospital in Wilmington, North Carolina, is hiring a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets in a full-service hospital and resort setting.

You will monitor animal health, provide personalized care, and maintain a clean, safe environment while supporting the medical team. We offer a 4-day work week, weekend time off, rotating holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package to eligible teammates.