Veterinary Kennel Assistant - Waunakee Veterinary Clinic

About the role

Waunakee Veterinary Clinic invites you to join an established, respected practice dedicated to exceptional patient care in Waunakee, Wisconsin. As an AAHA accredited hospital, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of veterinary excellence, ensuring you have the structure and support necessary to provide gold-standard medicine every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the eyes and ears of Animal Health, carefully monitoring the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a safe and healthy environment by taking pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure operational excellence by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

Requirements

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred.
• A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Pay

Competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Schedule

A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

What You'll Bring To The Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred.
• A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture.

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.