Kennel Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

Kennel Attendant Wanted

HousePaws Mobile Veterinary Services – Atco, NJ

Do you love fur, paws, tails, and tails that wag so hard you think the tail might create a small hurricane? Then keep reading. We at HousePaws Atco are on the hunt for a Kennel Attendant / Tech Assistant who takes animal care seriously—but not themselves too seriously.

At HousePaws, we believe veterinary care should be high-quality, compassionate, and delivered with a dash of care and a pinch of humor. Whether we’re visiting pets in their home or working in our Atco facility, every patient deserves respect, kindness, and clean paws. That’s where you come in.

What You’ll Be Doing (Also Known as “Essential Job Superpowers”)

Handling, restraining, and maybe serenading animals (singing optional) when needed.

Walking dogs who need a little extra help (or just a solid strut).

Feeding, cleaning, basic husbandry ‒ the stuff every good pet deserves.

Assisting with meds : giving pills, topicals, whatever the prescription demands.

Keeping kennel / care areas sparkling (or at least clean enough for pets to feel dignified).

Keeping supplies stocked and organized : towels, food, toys, clean-ups, and more.

Bathing or grooming animals so they walk out smelling like they just stepped out of a pet shampoo ad.

Always learning. We’re big believers in growing skills : ask questions, try new things, get better every day.

What We’re Looking For (Yes, That’s You)

2+ years working in a veterinary setting (kennel attendant, tech assistant, CSR, etc.) is a huge plus.

Great communicator : with pets, with people, even when the pet is a bit grumpy.

Able to juggle tasks without dropping the ball (or the leash).

Calm under pressure. Animal emergencies don’t always come with a warning.

Team player. Patience, positivity, and helping hands go a long way here.

Detail-oriented : medication schedules, feeding, cleaning routines—all of it matters.

Physical stamina : you’ll need to lift pets (~40+ lbs), restrain when necessary, walk / stand a lot, get your hands dirty (sometimes literally).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You're helping pets get excellent care in their own homes as well as in our Atco facility—less stress for them, more smiles for you.

You’ll be part of a team passionate about compassionate, practical, and high-quality veterinary care. HousePaws was founded in 2010 to bring care to where pets are most comfortable—home.

Training, mentorship, and chances to grow within the veterinary field.

Employee perks : (list what you offer; example : discounts on pet care / products, flexible scheduling, etc.).

A place where humor is ok, kindness is essential, and wagging tails are part of the job description.

Perks & Benefits (Because You Deserve Them)

(You’ll want to insert the specific benefit details you have; here are examples you might adapt or use)

Paid Short-Term Disability (on us).

Employer-funded life insurance ($25,000 base, options for more).

401(k) with company matching after eligibility period.

Several health insurance plans.

Dental & vision.

Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal).

Pet care discounts—because your pets deserve the perks too.

Referral bonus program.

On-demand pay options (if available).

If this sounds like a role you’d flourish in—and you want to help us bring HousePaws magic to every pet in Atco—let’s talk!

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.