Veterinary Kennel Assistant - Full-Time with Benefits

North Oatlands Animal Hospital; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan for full-time employees

Job summary

North Oatlands Animal Hospital in Leesburg, VA is seeking a full-time Kennel Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in providing exceptional care during boarding and daily care.

This role requires reliability, animal-loving attitude, and the ability to multitask in a busy clinic environment. Competitive benefits and a schedule including afternoons, evenings, and weekends are offered.

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well-being.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Skills

Passion for animals

Multi-tasking in fast-paced env

Strong organizational skills

Job description

North Oatlands Animal Hospital in Leesburg, VA is seeking a full-time Kennel Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in providing exceptional care during boarding and daily care.

This role requires reliability, animal-loving attitude, and the ability to multitask in a busy clinic environment. Competitive benefits and a schedule including afternoons, evenings, and weekends are offered.