About the role
We're hiring a compassionate, dependable Animal Care Specialist and Kennel Assistant to join our team. You'll be responsible for the daily care, comfort, and well-being of dogs, cats, and small animals in our facility. If you love animals and want a hands-on role where no two days are the same, we'd love to meet you.
What you'll do
- Feed, water, and monitor animals throughout each shift
- Clean and sanitize kennels, runs, and common areas
- Walk dogs and facilitate supervised TLC sessions
- Observe and record changes in animal behavior or health
- Bathing services for cats and dogs
- Assist with owner check-ins and check-outs at the front desk
What we're looking for
- Genuine love of animals of all kinds
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working weekends and holidays
- Prior animal care experience preferred but not required
- Calm, patient demeanor — especially with anxious or fearful animals
- Basic computer skills for recordkeeping
About us
- We are a privately owned, AAHA accredited general practice and strive to create longevity and career opportunities for professional development at all levels.
- We have seven veterinarians and focus on patient-centered progressive care by offering a wide range of services and state of the art equipment. We provide services for companion and exotic animals.
- RAC encourages personal and professional growth for all team members. Along with on the job training, we provide opportunities for Continued Education for further development of your skillset and knowledge.
Schedule
- Schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts (7:00am-6:00pm) with weekend and holiday rotation. This is a full-time position.
Some of the benefits include
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
- Uniform Allowance
- Life Insurance Policy
- Short Term Disability Plan
- Service Discounts
