Pet Care & Kennel Assistant | Boarding & Health

Veterinary Practice Partners; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discount

401(k) with generous company match

Job summary

Willowrun Veterinary Hospital in Smithfield, North Carolina seeks compassionate team members to care for dogs and cats in a busy, family-friendly clinic. The role involves monitoring animal health, documenting treatments, assisting with boarding, and administering medications in a fast-paced environment while upholding high cleanliness and guest-service standards.

Weekend shifts are included in our rotating schedule, and the team collaborates to support pets and their owners with empathy and

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, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• 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 & attention to detail

Job description

Willowrun Veterinary Hospital in Smithfield, North Carolina seeks compassionate team members to care for dogs and cats in a busy, family-friendly clinic. The role involves monitoring animal health, documenting treatments, assisting with boarding, and administering medications in a fast-paced environment while upholding high cleanliness and guest-service standards.

Weekend shifts are included in our rotating schedule, and the team collaborates to support pets and their owners with empathy and