Small Animal Kennel Attendant

NC State University; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University’s CVM Teaching Hospital seeks a Small Animal Kennel Attendant to support hospitalized patients through sanitation and direct assistance to veterinary teams. Responsibilities include vitals, restraint, sample submission, and contributing to a sterile, high-volume teaching hospital environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinicians and students, along with handling logistics, inventory, and compliance with safety protocols and infectious disease guidelines.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Responsibilities

• Directly support veterinary technicians and clinicians with patient treatments, including vitals, safe restraint, and diagnostic sample submissions.
• Manage rigorous sanitation protocols and isolation ward stewardship to ensure biosafety.
• Monitor patients to keep them clean, dry and comfortable during recovery.
• Coordinate with faculty, students and staff to housing and communicate diagnostic data through hospital systems.
• Oversee logistics including medical inventory and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Veterinary care basics

Communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

Preferred Qualifications — clinical kennel experience

Documentation in hospital information system

Strong communication and organizational skills

Tools

None

Job description

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG195263SP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Small Animal Kennel Attendant

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $39,000

Work Schedule

Work Schedule TBD

Job Location

Department

Department CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department

Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation’s highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

This position provides critical support for hospitalized patients through the rigorous sanitation of housing environments and direct assistance to veterinary clinical teams. Coverage includes the General Hospital (GH), Intermediate Care ( IMC ), Intensive Care Unit ( ICU ), and Emergency (ER) departments within the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center.

The successful candidate must possess foundational knowledge of veterinary clinical operations and a commitment to excel in a high-volume, academic teaching environment. This role requires seamless interaction with faculty, staff, and students to maintain a sterile and therapeutic environment for patients requiring specialized care for complex medical conditions.

The Impact You’ll Make:

• Clinical Excellence: Directly support veterinary technicians and clinicians with patient treatments, including vitals ( TPR ), safe restraint, and diagnostic sample submissions.
• Advanced Biosafety: Serve as the frontline of defense against infectious diseases by managing rigorous sanitation protocols, antibiotic-resistant housing, and isolation ward stewardship.
• Patient Advocacy: Ensure our patients remain clean, dry, and comfortable during their recovery through proactive monitoring and specialized care.
• Collaborative Teaching: Integrate with a varied team of faculty, students, and staff to coordinate individualized patient housing and communicate critical diagnostic data through our hospital information systems.
• Operational Leadership: Manage essential logistics, from medical inventory and equipment maintenance to the orientation of senior veterinary students on clinical standards.

What You Bring:

• Foundational Knowledge: A basic understanding of veterinary clinical operations and a passion for high-volume, specialty-level medicine.
• Adaptability: The ability to excel in a fast-paced, teaching environment where clinical needs evolve quickly.
• Communication Skills: A collaborative spirit and the ability to interact professionally with a world-class clinical team.
• Physical Readiness: The ability to maintain high energy and lift up to 50 lbs (with or without accommodations) to meet the needs of our varied patient population.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a kennel attendant in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.
• Proficiency in documenting patient care, coordinating services, and managing billing, estimates, and charge entry within a hospital information system.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with experience collaborating with clinicians, students, clients, referring veterinarians, and interdisciplinary teams while adhering to established safety and infectious disease protocols

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/09/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 10/15/2026

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Position Number

Position Number 00108345

Position Type

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Position Classification Band Level

Position Classification Band Level Contributing

Position Classification Salary Range

Position Classification Salary Range $ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency MH07

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

Department Id 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
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  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
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  • Professional Journal
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  • NCSU Employee Referral
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  • Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have previous experience as a kennel assistant in a canine/feline veterinary setting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe your previous animal care experience ~

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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