Kennel Assistant

Suffield Veterinary Hospital is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant to join our dedicated team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and supportive staff.  If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $18.00-$18.50 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a part-time position averaging 15–20 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work Tuesdays from 7:30 AM–6:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM–1:00 PM.

Responsibilities: 

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.
• Assist veterinarians and vet techs as needed with restraint and nail trims.
• Perform nail trim appointments within the kennel department
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Cleaning, building maintenance, and sterilization of the hospital.

Qualifications:

• Passion for animals and their well-being
• Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About Suffield Veterinary Hospital

Suffield Veterinary Hospital in Suffield, CT, is dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary care with compassion and personalized service. Their team treats each pet as their own, focusing on wellness exams, vaccinations, dentistry, surgery, and more, including care for exotic animals. They emphasize a welcoming environment and offer resources like online pharmacy access and a pet portal for clients.