Veterinary Kennel Assistant — Paid PTO & Benefits

United Veterinary Care; Barnstable County (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Uniform allowance

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team at Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA locations. You will support veterinarians and technicians, help maintain clean and organized treatment areas, and assist with diagnostic imaging while ensuring the safety and care of patients.

The role offers full- or part-time schedules, with days, nights, overnights, and weekends. Benefits include PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), uniform allowance, and pet insurance for

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift and restrain pets up to 50 lb and be on your feet most of the day.
• Willingness to learn veterinary software and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to support veterinarians and technicians.
• Professional, pleasant, and engaged demeanor with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets for medical treatments and diagnostics as directed by veterinarians.
• Ensure treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
• Assist with diagnostic imaging and other procedures as needed.
• Disinfect cages and maintain hospital cleanliness.
• Launder and restock patient bedding per cleaning protocols.
• Be open to cross-training in other areas as required.

Education

Associate degree in veterinary technology or NAVTA-approved program

Tools

Veterinary software

Job description

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team at Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA locations. You will support veterinarians and technicians, help maintain clean and organized treatment areas, and assist with diagnostic imaging while ensuring the safety and care of patients.

The role offers full- or part-time schedules, with days, nights, overnights, and weekends. Benefits include PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), uniform allowance, and pet insurance for