Job Description

The Kennel Assistant supports the veterinary team by providing compassionate, attentive care to patients and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment. This role is responsible for routine patient care, kennel sanitation, and assisting veterinary technicians and other team members with patient needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding patients, including feeding, watering, walking, and general comfort.
• Monitor patients and communicate changes in condition or behavior to the veterinary team.
• Clean and maintain kennels, patient areas, equipment, and supplies to ensure a safe and sanitary environment.
• Assist veterinary staff with patient handling, restraint, procedures, treatments, and medication-related tasks as directed.
• Follow hospital protocols for patient safety, infection control, and other routine hospital duties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals preferred but not required.
• Veterinary, kennel, animal care, or customer service experience is a plus.
• Comfortable handling and working around dogs, cats, and other animals.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize and communicate changes in patient condition.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced veterinary environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly bend, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Ability to lift and carry animals and supplies as required by the position.
• Ability to safely handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Ability to work around animal waste, cleaning products, noise, and other conditions common to a veterinary hospital.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.