Veterinary Kennel Assistant | Flexible Hours & Benefits

Town and Country Veterinary Hospital; Winchester (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible schedules

Career development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Responsibilities include documenting client instructions, scheduling pickups, and ensuring hygiene across wards. Weekend shifts and basic PPE compliance are required; prior veterinary exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Weekend work may be required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; assistance for heavier loads.
• Follows OSHA safety techniques and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients visiting for grooming or boarding.
• Admit patients with clear notes on client instructions and pickup times.
• Record feeding schedules, appearance, and behavior during visits.
• Monitor patient condition and report concerns to staff.
• Walk dogs several times daily for exercise and toileting.
• Ensure cleanliness of kennels, cages, runs, and wards; wash bowls.
• Handle patients safely and restrain when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Responsibilities include documenting client instructions, scheduling pickups, and ensuring hygiene across wards. Weekend shifts and basic PPE compliance are required; prior veterinary exposure is preferred.