Emerald Hills Animal Hospital

Kennel Assistant

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Chillicothe, IL, USA

In-Office

15-15 Hourly

Entry level

Healthtech • Pet

The Role

Provides direct support to veterinary staff by handling, walking, feeding, medicating, bathing, and grooming animals. Maintains clean boarding and clinic areas, restocks kennel supplies, and supports patient care. The role requires communication, multitasking, problem-solving, patience, teamwork, and the ability to manage stressful situations. Candidates must lift and restrain pets weighing at least 40 pounds. Veterinary clinical experience is preferred.

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Kennel Assistant Part-Time

Peoria Area Veterinary Group is seeking a Part-Time Kennel Assistant to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals at our Chillicothe location. Kennel Assistants are valuable members of our team and play a crucial role in patient care. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual with the ability to multi-task and is willing to learn new skills. You will be responsible for providing direct support to our veterinary team, taking care of the boarding facility and its patients. If you’re passionate about animals and enjoy staying active while at work, we’d love to hear from you!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Animal handling and restraint
Walk animals that may need support/assistance
Knowledge of basic husbandry/feeding/and nutrition
Administer medication to patients
Maintain cleanliness of boarding area and clinic
Restock and organize kennel supplies
Bathe/groom animals
Continue to advance knowledge base and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

Professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred
Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
Team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude
Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay: $15.00 per hour
401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
Employee discount for pet care
Uniform allowance

Peoria Area Veterinary Group has proudly served Peoria and the surrounding area for over 55 years. Our fully-equipped hospitals offer state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, in-house laboratory, and the highest quality medicine, providing top-notch patient care. At PAVG, we understand the value of teamwork and strive for a positive, fun and supportive work environment. Join our team of amazing team including our clinic pets, and enjoy a rewarding career as a pet care professional!

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Skills Required

Excellent communication skills
Ability to problem solve
Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
Team player with patience and a positive attitude
Ability to lift and restrain pets weighing at least 40 pounds
Professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting, such as CSR, kennel attendant, or veterinary assistant

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The Company

10 Employees

Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

Emerald Hills Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility in Hollywood, Florida, serving dogs and cats across nearby Broward County communities. Its veterinary team provides compassionate, personalized care through wellness exams, vaccinations, preventive medicine, diagnostic testing, dentistry, surgery, and urgent care. The hospital is committed to responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, client education, and excellence in veterinary care.