What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Archdale Animal Clinic?
Department: Boarding
Location: Archdale, North Carolina
Compensation: $12.00 - $13.00 / hour
Turn Your Passion for Animal Care into Purposeful Work
Do you take pride in cleanliness, organization, and hands-on animal care? Are you someone who notices the small details that make a big difference in a pet’s comfort and safety?
Archdale Animal Hospital is seeking a reliable, hardworking Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary and boarding team. This is a critical, hands-on role where your attention to detail and compassion directly impact the well-being of every pet in our care.
Why This Role Matters
- Essential to Patient Care – A clean, calm, and structured environment is the foundation of quality veterinary medicine
- Hands-On Animal Experience – Work closely with dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
- Growth Opportunity – Build a pathway into Veterinary Assistant or Technician roles
- Team-Oriented Culture – Supportive environment where your work is noticed and valued
- Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, including feeding, watering, and monitoring
- Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized kennels, cages, and treatment areas
- Safely handle and restrain pets with a focus on low-stress, compassionate care
- Walk, bathe, and provide enrichment to support pets’ physical and emotional well-being
- Observe and report changes in behavior, appetite, or health status to the veterinary team
- Support the hospital team with patient preparation, cleaning protocols, and general upkeep
- Manage laundry, dishes, and facility cleanliness to ensure a safe and healthy environment
- Assist in creating a welcoming, calm atmosphere for both pets and their owners
- Previous animal care experience strongly preferred (kennel, boarding, daycare, or veterinary setting)
- Strong commitment to cleanliness, organization, and efficiency
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and staying active throughout the shift
- Ability to recognize signs of stress, illness, or discomfort in animals
- Positive attitude with a team-first mindset
- Willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced veterinary environment
- Experience in a veterinary hospital or high-volume boarding facility
- Confidence working with dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
- Strong work ethic with a proactive, task-oriented approach
- Passion for delivering consistent, compassionate animal care
Compensation & Benefits
- $12–$13/hour, based on experience
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Clear pathways for growth into clinical roles
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- Professional references required
If you’re a detail-oriented, compassionate animal care professional who takes pride in creating a clean, safe, and nurturing environment—we want to meet you.
Apply today and start building your future in veterinary medicine with a team that values your work every single day.
Salary : $12 - $13