Kennel Assistant

Juanita Bay is looking for a part-time Kennel Assistant to work Saturdays as well as fill afternoon weekday shifts if needed. This role is critical to ensuring the hospital runs properly.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun
• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas
• Provide and maintain clean bedding for each new pet guest
• Perform duties on the pet’s activities report and make necessary updates
• Ensure pets have clean water and provide special treats as needed
• Monitor supplies and notify management when inventory is low
• Report items that need repair to management and assist with repairs as needed
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork
• Ensure the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient care to pets
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, minimum standards of care, and safe handling procedures
• Perform other duties and projects as requested

Requirements

• Experience in an animal care setting handling various breeds and sizes of dogs and cats
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
• Basic judgement and problem-solving skills
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
• Ability to interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Ability to identify and foresee problems, present solutions, and collaborate as a team player

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Requires close vision abilities
• Requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions
• May be exposed to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions
• Exposed to low to moderate noise levels
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted, 50 lbs. with assistance
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

About Lakefield Veterinary Group

We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special—its people, culture, and connection to community—while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive. As we grow, we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care.

Our Values

• Respect
• Learning
• Do the Right Thing
• WOW Service
• Fun

Pay

$18—$18 USD per hour