Pet Resort Kennel Assistant — Caring, Flexible Schedule

Madison Veterinary Hospital; Rainbow (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison Veterinary Hospital in Madison, Alabama, invites you to join our team as a Kennel Assistant. Our growing practice emphasizes patient care and client service, with a dedicated team of three veterinarians supporting a varied small animal caseload.

As a kennel assistant you will care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health, maintain cleanliness, manage supplies, and collaborate to keep operations running smoothly. Weekend and holiday availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking, with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs; flexibility to work weekends/holidays if required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Love for animals

Reliable and hardworking

Strong communication

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Job description

Madison Veterinary Hospital in Madison, Alabama, invites you to join our team as a Kennel Assistant. Our growing practice emphasizes patient care and client service, with a dedicated team of three veterinarians supporting a varied small animal caseload.

As a kennel assistant you will care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health, maintain cleanliness, manage supplies, and collaborate to keep operations running smoothly. Weekend and holiday availability is preferred.