Kennel Assistant

About the role

The Veterinary Kennel Assistant is a key hospital team member who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians. They ensure the safety of pets, clients, and other associates and the continuity of quality veterinary care. This opportunity is an excellent first step in growing your career in veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets for medical treatments and diagnostics according to doctor orders
• Ensure treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs are clean, stocked, and organized to ensure they are ready for incoming patients and emergency needs
• Assist with diagnostic imaging
• Disinfect pet cages after use
• Laundering and restocking patient bedding using proper cleaning protocols and maintaining hospital cleanliness
• Be willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and over 18 years old
• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds and work on your feet most of the day
• Ability to learn various veterinary software programs effectively
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately
• Ability to anticipate and be detail-oriented to provide high patient care
• Confidence in themselves, in their abilities, and in their team
• Excellent clear communication skills
• Must be professional, pleasant, and engaged
• Must be attentive and demonstrate a high level of respect to referring veterinarians, clients, and co-workers

Preferred qualifications

• Associate degree in veterinary technology or certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Pay

Salary range for this position is $17 to $21 hourly.

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time roles available
• Shifts in both the Buzzards Bay and Dennis locations are required
• Schedule includes days, nights, overnights, and weekends
• Initial training schedule may differ
• Holiday rotation required
• This is not a seasonal position

Benefits

• Paid PTO and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K
• Uniform allowance
• Trupanion Pet Insurance with company-paid premiums for two of the team member's pets
• Company-sponsored EAP

About Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) is a growing specialty and emergency-critical care hospital in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA. With more than 20 specialists across nine specialties, our highly skilled and compassionate team works to ensure pets receive quality, gold-standard medical care. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS continues to grow to keep up with the needs of our community. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced veterinary professionals who welcome the challenge of meeting the highest standards for quality and performance while possessing a friendly and positive team-player approach.

Imagine being part of a team that not only values your growth as a professional but also supports it. At CCVS, investing in our employees' development is vital to achieving optimal patient care. We're proud to be a United Veterinary Care Partner hospital, supporting sustainable, fulfilling careers for our team members while providing the best possible care to our community.