Veterinary Kennel Assistant

Front Porch Veterinary Clinic in Lumberton, NC is looking for a Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our team! We are a 2-doctor AAHA Accredited practice. The position will consist of a five-day work week with rotating weekends.

We strive to foster positive experiences for our clients and patients while providing quality care. Our staff is dedicated to educating clients and promoting wellness and preventative care. Services we offer include wellness, emergency & urgent care, surgery, laser therapy, diagnostics with an in-house lab, grooming, and boarding/daycare services.

Responsibilities/Qualifications

As an employee at Front Porch Animal Clinic, all employees will possess a deep desire and passion for people and their pets, providing exceptional, neighborly, hometown service at every opportunity during the workday and will promote a healthy, positive work environment.

Candidates are required to have

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time.
• Candidates must pass the drug screening (in applicable states) and be 18 years or older.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Duties:

• Provide food, water, exercise, and enrichment to boarding and hospitalized animals
• Clean and sanitize kennels, runs, and common areas to hospital standards
• Monitor pets for signs of illness or stress and report concerns to medical staff
• Assist with bathing and basic grooming needs
• Maintain accurate records of feeding, behavior, and activities
• Ensure a safe, compassionate, and low-stress environment for all animals

Ideal Candidate:

• Detail-oriented, reliable, and compassionate
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
• Able to work weekends and holidays as part of a team

Experience- Prior experience preferred but not required -- Opportunity to train on the job. (Salary based on experience)

As a kennel technician, you will play a crucial role in providing quality medical care to animals. You will work closely with others to ensure the well-being of our patients. We are seeking candidates who are passionate about animal care, are eager to learn and help team members, and are detail-oriented and can effectively communicate with pet owners, and team members.

Benefits

401 (K) Matching

Insurance

Uniforms

Paid Days Off

Personal Pet Discount

If you are an experienced animal caregiver or someone without prior experience looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals, we would love to hear from you. Please come pick up an application or submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

EOE STATEMENT

Front Porch Animal Clinic provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Lumberton, NC 28360 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lumberton, NC 28360: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10 - $12