Veterinary Care Support | Kennel & Hospital Assistant

Innovetive Petcare; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Employee discounts on veterinary care

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Marietta, GA is seeking a dependable Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary team in a busy emergency and specialty hospital.

This full-time role involves animal care, cleaning, laundry, patient transport, and following infection-control protocols to keep hospitalized patients safe.

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply; compassion for animals and reliability are essential, with weekend/evening shifts possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or animal care setting preferred.
• Willingness to learn; entry-level candidates welcome.
• Compassion for animals and ability to handle sick/injured patients.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and communication.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Willingness to perform cleaning, sanitation, laundry and support duties.
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, water, bedding and comfort for hospitalized animals.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, treatment areas and spaces.
• Wash and distribute hospital laundry; restock supplies.
• Safely transport dogs and cats; report concerns to the clinical team.
• Follow cleaning checklists; maintain safe walkways and report shortages.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Attention to detail

Reliability & communication

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Marietta, GA is seeking a dependable Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary team in a busy emergency and specialty hospital.

This full-time role involves animal care, cleaning, laundry, patient transport, and following infection-control protocols to keep hospitalized patients safe.

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply; compassion for animals and reliability are essential, with weekend/evening shifts possible.