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Kennel Assistant
Demanes Animal Hospital —Peoria, IL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Clinic experience
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Kennel Assistant
Peoria Area Veterinary Group of Chillicothe —Chillicothe, IL
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Clinic experience
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k) matching
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Kennel Assistant
Peoria Area Veterinary Group of Dunlap —Dunlap, IL
- $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Clinic experience
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Kennel Assistant

Demanes Animal Hospital -
Peoria, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$15 - $18 an hour

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Nutrition
Companion animal handling
Pet care sanitation protocols
Pet care experience in outdoor settings
Animal hospital experience
Veterinary medication administration
Animal enclosure cleaning
Clinic experience
Assisting medical staff
Mid-level
Animal grooming
Pet boarding
Animal drug administration
Animal feeding
Task prioritization
Animal housing management
Stocking
Clean workspace maintenance
2 years
Pet medication administration
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Kennel Assistant

Demanes Animal Hospital | Peoria, IL | Full Time

Pay: $15 - $18 per hour

Do you love working with animals and want to be part of a compassionate, hardworking veterinary team? We’re looking for a full-time Kennel Assistant to join our dedicated professionals and help provide the highest level of care for our patients. As a Kennel Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our kennel and hospital—from ensuring pets are comfortable and cared for, to assisting our medical team in delivering exceptional service.

For over 30 years, Demanes Animal Hospital has been a trusted partner in pet health for the Peoria community. We’re more than a veterinary hospital—we’re a team that values collaboration, kindness, and creating a positive environment where both pets and people thrive. If you’re ready to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Animal handling and restraint
Walk animals that may need support/assistance
Knowledge of basic husbandry/feeding/and nutrition
Administer medication to patients
Maintain cleanliness of kennel areas
Restock and organize kennel supplies
Bathe/groom animals
Continue to advance knowledge base and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred
Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay range of $15.00 - $18.00 per hour, depending on experience
Medical, vision and dental insurance with tiered options
401K with company match
Paid time off inclusive of sick, personal and vacation
Complimentary short-term disability and life insurance
Long-term disability option
Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support
Team member discounts for pet care

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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