Student - Veterinary/Kennel Assistant

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a student with an interest in veterinary support to assist doctors and technicians with minor procedures and care for kennel patients. The role is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

This learning/entry level position requires a good work ethic, dependability, and the ability to work well with others. Weekend kennel duties and holiday shifts are included.

Qualifications

• This is a learning/entry level position.
• Some kennel or veterinary experience is welcome but not required.
• Important is a strong work ethic, dependability and ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with minor procedures.
• Care for kennel patients (walking, feeding, medicating, cleaning cages).
• Unpack delivery boxes; perform laundry; sterilize medical equipment; close out day duties.

Skills

Work ethic

Dependability

Team player

Job description

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Students positions include, but are not limited to assisting doctors and technicians with minor procedures, caring for kennel patients (walking, feeding, medicating, cleaning cages), unpacking delivery boxes, laundry, sterilizing medical equipment, end of day closing(trash, sweep, mop). The position requires rotating Saturday and Sunday kennel duties and holiday AM and PM kennels duties.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This is a learning/entry level position. We are happy if they have some kennel or veterinary experience but iot is not necessary. What is important is a good work ethic, dependability, and being able to work well with others.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/18/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 08/21/2026