What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Kennel Assistant position at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod?
Veterinary Kennel Assistant — Join Our Cape Cod Team
Pay: $19.00 / Hour
Location: South Yarmouth, Massachusetts (In person)
Love animals and want a job where your hands-on care actually matters? We're looking for a Kennel Assistant to join our team.
Why VACC
- Privately owned and locally rooted on Cape Cod for over 50 years
- AAHA-accredited — held to the highest standards of veterinary care
- 10-doctor hospital with a close-knit, supportive team culture
- Real opportunities to grow and advance within the practice
What You'll Do
As part of our kennel team, you'll be hands-on in daily patient care — not just cleaning kennels, but actively helping animals feel safe, comfortable, and cared for from arrival to departure. That includes:
- Feeding, exercising, and monitoring hospitalized and boarding patients
- Watching for changes in a pet's condition and reporting them to the care team
- Keeping kennels and patient areas clean, organized, and comfortable
- Offering a nervous or scared pet a little extra reassurance when they need it most
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for animals
- At least 1 year of hands-on animal care experience
- Reliability, attentiveness, and a team-first mindset
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health & dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Uniform allowance
Ready to be part of a team that invests in you? We'd love to meet you. Please send a copy of your resume and cover letter to the email below.
recruitment@capecodvets.com | capecodvets.com
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19