Part-Time Kennel Assistant

Job overview

The Part-Time Kennel Assistant is an onsite role in Granite Falls, NC, paying $12–$13 per hour. The position supports patient care and client service at Lake Hickory Veterinary Hospital, a multi-doctor animal hospital. The assistant cares for boarding animals and helps maintain a clean, safe kennel and hospital environment. The work supports pets' daily care through feeding, prescribed medication, bathing, and cleaning; additional duties may include general hospital cleaning and direct client communication.

What you'll do

• Care for boarding animals
• maintain feeding schedules and provide prescribed medication
• clean and mop kennel areas
• bathe animals
• uphold care standards
• additional duties may include general hospital cleaning and communicating directly with clients. Requires regular onsite presence, ability to lift 40 pounds, and willingness to work flexible hours including weekends.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

kennel assistant

part-time

granite falls nc

lake hickory veterinary hospital

$12–$13/hr

animal care

boarding animals

medication

bathing

kennel cleaning

veterinary hospital

weekend availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match
• discounted veterinary care
• scrub allowance
• hands-on and electronic training
• professional growth opportunities.

Why this role

Benefits include a 401(k) match, discounted veterinary care, scrub allowance, hands-on and electronic training, and professional growth opportunities.

About the employer

Lake Hickory Veterinary Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.