Pet Care & Kennel Assistant - Resort Boarding

Atlantic Animal Hospital; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Life Insurance and Disability coverage

Teladoc access

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Atlantic Animal Hospital & Pet Care Resort in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our full‑service team. You’ll care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health, maintain a clean, safe environment, and support the medical team as needed.

We offer 4‑day work weeks, plenty of weekends off, rotate holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability coverage, Teladoc, and discounted care for your pets.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals
• Reliable and hardworking
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations with composure
• Physical capacity to lift 50+ lbs
• Flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide Personalized Care: primary caregiver for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise and attention.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: monitor behavior and health concerns and notify medical team.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborate with the team to complete tasks.

Job description

Atlantic Animal Hospital & Pet Care Resort in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our full‑service team. You’ll care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health, maintain a clean, safe environment, and support the medical team as needed.

We offer 4‑day work weeks, plenty of weekends off, rotate holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability coverage, Teladoc, and discounted care for your pets.