Part-Time Kennel Assistant
Lone Oak Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dependable and motivated Part-Time Kennel Assistant to join our small animal veterinary team.
This is an active, hands-on support position with a strong emphasis on cleaning, sanitation, organization, and keeping the clinic properly stocked and prepared throughout the day. The position also includes caring for patients and assisting our veterinary team with animal handling and restraint.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining clinic work areas, exam rooms, cages, and patient areas
- Sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, and performing general cleaning throughout the clinic
- Washing, drying, folding, and putting away laundry
- Monitoring, preparing, and restocking supplies throughout the clinic
- Walking, feeding, and cleaning up after patients
- Assisting with animal handling and restraint
- Cleaning and preparing surgical instruments and equipment for sterilization
- Assisting with preparation and stocking of the surgical area
- Performing other cleaning, animal care, and clinic support duties as needed
We are looking for someone who is:
- Dependable, energetic, and self-motivated
- Willing to take initiative and stay productive without constant direction
- Detail-oriented and able to follow instructions accurately
- A team player with good listening and communication skills
- Mature, professional, and able to remain calm in a busy environment
- Comfortable handling dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments, including animals that may be frightened, stressed, ill, or in pain
- Willing and eager to learn
- Comfortable with the less glamorous aspects of veterinary medicine, including cleaning up urine, feces, vomit, blood, and other bodily fluids
This is a physically active position. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance, stand and walk for extended periods, and frequently bend, squat, lift, carry, and assist with animal restraint.
Previous animal care or veterinary experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right person.
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Be available to work Fridays
Schedule & Pay
Position: Part-time with the possibility of becoming full-time
Schedule: Flexible, with Friday availability required
Pay: $16.90 - $18.90 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 – 30.0 per week
Work Location: In person
