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Kennel Assistant (Part Time) - Westfield Animal Hospital
PetVet Care Centers —Westfield, NJ
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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Elizabeth Ann Kennels —Stirling, NJ
- $15.92 - $16.00 a year
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Entry level
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Kennel Attendant Pet Care Specialist
CCRP PETS LLC —North Brunswick, NJ
- $16.75 - $17.95 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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Doggy Daycare Kennel Attendant Senior Camp Counselor
Camp Bow Wow - Bridgewater and Middlesex —Bridgewater, NJ
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Kennel Attendant
St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center —Madison, NJ
- $16.50 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kennel Assistant
West Orange Animal Hospital —West Orange, NJ
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Kennel Attendant
Barks Bed and Biscuit —Denville, NJ
- $15.50 - $17.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Entry level
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Kennel Assistant (Part Time) - Westfield Animal Hospital

PetVet Care Centers -
Westfield, NJ

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Job Details

Part-time
$16 - $20 an hour

Qualifications

Animal health monitoring
Companion animal handling
Pet care sanitation protocols
Chemical handling safety procedures
Veterinary equipment cleaning
Pet health monitoring
Chemical handling
Animal enclosure cleaning
Veterinary client education
High school diploma or GED
Animal feeding
Veterinary procedure assistance
Task prioritization
Bed linen changing
Pet feeding
Communication with pet owners
Cleaning equipment
Clean workspace maintenance
Monitoring fluid I&O
Entry level
Healthcare facilities housekeeping
Pet care facility disinfecting

Full Job Description

PetVet Care Centers' Westfield Animal Hospital is currently seeking a Kennel Assistant (Part Time) to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

Local autonomy with national support
Career mobility and development opportunities
A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Kennel Assistant who supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment; feeding, exercising, restraining and handling pets.

Westfield Animal Hospital has been a pillar of veterinary care in Westfield and Union County, NJ for over 60 years — building an enduring reputation for quality, compassionate care across generations of loyal families in Westfield, Cranford, Clark, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, and beyond. As a proudly AAHA-accredited practice, the team holds itself to the highest standards of veterinary excellence, offering a full range of services from wellness and surgery to dental care, boarding, and exotic pet care in a warm, welcoming environment where every patient is genuinely treated like their own.

Key Responsibilities

Provides compassionate care to pets
Feeds animals as prescribed by the attending Veterinarian or as the owner has requested; records appetites; water intake, as well as fecal and urine production
Recognizes and reports any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors and monitors pets for signs of distress or disease.
Assists Veterinarians and technicians with pet restraint
Maintains the cleanliness of the hospital each day; cleans equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensures the safe use of chemicals
Follows a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards, and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls
Completes the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain hospital cleanliness, equipment, and the overall appearance of the hospital
Correctly prioritizes tasks
Maintains laundry for the kennel and hospital
Provides patients with fresh, clean bedding when appropriate
Walks patients according to schedule
Understands and carries out oral and written directions
Performs other duties as assigned
Remain professional and courteous to clients and co-workers while handling multiple tasks at once with many interruptions.
Learn and understand our services and health recommendations and be able to clearly communicate these to clients.
Be able to deal with difficult and/or aggressive patients in an effective manner meanwhile keeping yourself, the pet, and co-workers safe
Performs other duties as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
High school diploma or GED
At least one year of some animal handling experience preferred.

Schedule: Must be able be to work during Saturdays and Sundays

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.

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