Veterinary Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Kennel Assistant

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic
965 Sanford Rd, Westport, MA 02790

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic is looking for a reliable, hardworking, and compassionate Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team in Westport, MA.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to gain experience in a veterinary hospital. No previous veterinary experience is required. We are happy to train the right person!

As a Veterinary Kennel Assistant, you'll help care for our canine and feline patients while supporting our veterinary doctors, technicians, and client service team. You'll play an important role in keeping our patients comfortable, our hospital clean and safe, and our daily operations running smoothly.

Why Join Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic?

Acoaxet is an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital with a strong, supportive team and excellent employee longevity.

Our leadership team has been with the hospital for 20+ years, and we believe in an approachable, open-door management style. Our leaders work alongside the team and strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported and valued.

We're also proud to be an active part of our local community. Our hospital:

• Partners with local animal shelters
• Provides discounted veterinary services to shelter animals
• Has doctors who volunteer with local shelters
• Hosts community rabies clinics
• Participates in local community events
• Holds summer staff events and annual holiday celebrations

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Kennel Assistant, your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Providing compassionate daily care for hospitalized, boarding, and other veterinary patients
• Feeding and watering dogs and cats according to individual instructions and schedules
• Walking and exercising dogs as appropriate
• Monitoring patients and reporting changes in behavior or condition to the veterinary team
• Safely handling, moving, and restraining animals when needed
• Cleaning, changing, and disinfecting kennels, cages, runs, and animal housing areas
• Cleaning and sanitizing treatment areas, animal rooms, hallways, and equipment
• Moving animals safely between kennels, treatment areas, boarding areas, and other parts of the hospital
• Keeping kennels and patient areas clean, organized, and comfortable
• Cleaning and stocking hospital supplies
• Assisting veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, doctors, and client service representatives as needed
• Following hospital safety, sanitation, and animal care protocols
• Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, clients, and coworkers

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Loves animals and is comfortable working closely with dogs and cats
• Is dependable, responsible, and willing to work hard
• Is comfortable with cleaning and physically active work
• Can safely handle and control animals or is willing to learn
• Works well as part of a team
• Can take direction and follow established patient care and safety procedures
• Takes initiative and can work independently when needed
• Has a positive, compassionate attitude
• Is comfortable working in a busy veterinary hospital environment

Previous kennel, animal care, veterinary, shelter, boarding, daycare, or animal handling experience is a plus, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, frequent cleaning, bending and reaching, and safely handling and moving animals and supplies.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits may include:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Employee assistance program

Join Our Team

If you love animals, aren't afraid of hard work, and want to build experience in veterinary medicine, Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic would love to hear from you.

You'll join an experienced veterinary team where you can learn new skills, work directly with animals, and make a difference in the care of our patients every day.

Apply today!

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic
965 Sanford Rd
Westport, MA 02790