What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Mclean Animal Hospital?
Now Hiring: Full-Time Kennel Assistant – Evening Shifts Available!
Location: McLean Animal Hospital, McLean, VA
Pay: $12.41 – $14.00/hour (Based on Experience)
Love animals? Looking for hands-on experience in a veterinary setting? McLean Animal Hospital—a busy, AAHA-accredited, dog & cat hospital—is looking for reliable, compassionate Kennel Assistants to care for our furry guests!
Whether you’re a seasoned animal care pro or just starting out, this is a great opportunity for students or anyone passionate about animal welfare.
Available Shifts:
Evening Shift: 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Weekends: Every other Saturday & Sunday (same shift times as weekday)
Work a weekend? Get a weekday off!
What You'll Do:
As a key member of our team, you’ll help ensure the comfort, health, and happiness of our boarding pets. Your responsibilities include:
- Walking our canine boarders
- Cleaning kennels, runs, bowls, and litter pans
- Feeding dogs and cats (must follow exact instructions)
- General hospital cleaning: vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and trash
- Basic grooming care: baths, nail trims, brush-outs
- Maintaining clean outdoor play and potty areas
- Providing TLC to every pet in your care
What We’re Looking For:
- Trustworthy, dependable, and energetic
- Friendly and compassionate toward animals
- A great team player who takes direction well
- Able to work holidays and every other weekend
- High school diploma and 18 years old
- Preferably 1 year of professional animal care experience
- Must live within 30 miles of McLean, VA
Why Work With Us?
- Be part of a passionate, animal-loving team
- Gain real-world experience in a veterinary setting
- Flexible weekday off when working weekends
- Work with adorable patients every day!
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make tails wag, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and start your journey in the veterinary field with McLean Animal Hospital!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.77 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you available for weekend and holiday work?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- McLean, VA 22101 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14