St. Charles Animal Hospital·Waldorf, Maryland
Maintain a clean and safe hospital environment by disinfecting cages, managing laundry, and sterilizing equipment. Support patient care by observing animals for signs of illness and assisting with the restocking of treatment areas.
St. Charles Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Assistant!
Role: Kennel AssistantStatus: Part-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Flexible, 2-3 days/week Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Looking for a Career Caring for Pets Every Day? St. Charles Animal Hospital is looking for a Kennel Assistant to join our team of compassionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. If you're passionate about animals, enjoy working in a team-focused environment, and take pride in maintaining a clean and safe space for pets, we'd love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in veterinary medicine while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families. Why Our Kennel Assistants Love St. Charles Animal Hospital Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunities to learn and grow within veterinary medicine Meaningful hands-on experience working with animals A workplace that values compassion, teamwork, and professionalism The opportunity to make a positive impact on patient care every day What You’ll Do Clean, disinfect, and maintain cages, runs, and common areas to help prevent the spread of disease Manage pet laundry and maintain clean bedding and supplies Wash food and water bowls and sterilize equipment Observe animals for signs of illness, stress, or injury and report concerns to veterinarians or senior staff Stock food, cleaning supplies, and other inventory items as needed Assist with restocking examination rooms and treatment areas Support daily kennel operations and patient comfort Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment What Our Kennel Assistants Bring Passion for animal care and patient well-being Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Ability to work independently and as part of a team Dependability and strong work ethic Excellent communication skills Compassionate and professional attitude toward pets, clients, and coworkers Ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary environment The Extras You’ll Actually Feel Opportunities to build veterinary experience and skills Supportive teammates who are invested in your success A positive culture focused on teamwork and patient care Meaningful work helping pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for The chance to be part of a hospital that values your contributions Benefits You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! If you're passionate about animal care and ready to join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply today! Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at St. Charles Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Candidates should have a passion for animal well-being and a strong work ethic. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain professional communication with pets, clients, and coworkers is required.
Market context
Maryland dental assistants and hygiene support roles are typically in steady demand because practices need reliable patient-facing staff who can manage chairside support and office flow. Competition often centers on interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and any prior clinical exposure, while benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here against the original posting, and be ready to highlight customer service experience and any hands-on dental or hygiene background in your application.
