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Kennel Assistant – Full Time
Montgomery Animal Clinic | Troy, NC
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
About Us
Montgomery Animal Clinic is proud to be part of Legacy Veterinary Group, a privately
owned network of six veterinary hospitals throughout North Carolina. We are not a
corporate veterinary group-we are a team that believes in supporting one another,
providing exceptional patient care, and creating a workplace where employees enjoy
coming to work every day.
We value mental health, work-life balance, personal growth, and a positive, non-toxic
culture. Our goal is simple: happy employees create happy clients and healthier pets.
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and reliable Full-Time Kennel
Assistant to join our team. This position plays an important role in ensuring our patients
receive excellent care while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
throughout the hospital and boarding facility.
Our hospital is open Monday through Sunday, so candidates should be comfortable
working a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Feed, water, and care for boarding and hospitalized pets
- Walk dogs and monitor patient comfort and cleanliness
- Clean and sanitize kennels, treatment areas, and hospital spaces
- Assist veterinary assistants and technicians with patient handling and restraint
- Monitor pets for signs of illness, stress, or discomfort and report concerns to medical staff
- Launder bedding, towels, and hospital linens
- Maintain a clean and organized facility
- Provide compassionate care and attention to every patient
What We're Looking For
- Genuine love for animals and their well-being
- Dependable and punctual
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and spend extended periods standing, walking, bending, and cleaning
- Previous animal care experience is a plus, but not required
Benefits
- $200 annual pet care credit (up to two personal pets)
- Free exams and bloodwork for your pets
- 20% discount on additional veterinary services
- Access to discounted Royal Canin, Purina Pro Plan for Professionals, and Hill's pet food
- 3 sets of company scrubs and a company jacket after 90 days
- Flexible scheduling with a focus on work-life balance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - and time to actually use it
- Opportunities for growth within our veterinary team
Why Join Us?
Whether you're looking to start a career in veterinary medicine or simply want to work
alongside people who genuinely care about animals and each other, Montgomery
Animal Clinic offers an environment where you can learn, grow, and make a difference
every day.
We look forward to meeting you!
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