Vet Clinic Kennel Assistant — Flexible Hours & Benefits

Barta Animal Hospital; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 13,776 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Barta Animal Hospital in Southeast Kansas is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and grooming patients. The role involves cleaning, feeding, walking, and handling medications under supervision, with weekend rotation required.

Benefits include time off, health/dental/vision insurance options, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development within a growing mixed-animal practice. Employment is full-time, onsite in Independence, KS.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Ability to work with clients and team members to ensure positive outcomes.
• Clear and effective communication with clients and teammates.
• Active listening to client needs and wishes.
• Experience delivering high levels of client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provides care for patients during grooming and/or boarding.
• Records feeding schedules, appearance, and behavior.
• Maintains cleanliness of kennels, runs, and wards.
• Walks and exercises patients; assists with medication as directed.
• Ensures proper admission with client instructions and pickup times.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Barta Animal Hospital in Southeast Kansas is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and grooming patients. The role involves cleaning, feeding, walking, and handling medications under supervision, with weekend rotation required.

Benefits include time off, health/dental/vision insurance options, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development within a growing mixed-animal practice. Employment is full-time, onsite in Independence, KS.