Kennel Assistant

Reporting to senior management, the Kennel Assistant will support a growing established business in Bethlehem, Free State. The ideal candidate is dependable, practical, and comfortable working to deadlines.

The team operates with a hands-on, get-it-done attitude and good camaraderie. Strong performers can expect clear paths to greater responsibility. Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. Think you are a good fit? Send your CV through and introduce yourself.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records including history, examination findings, treatments, and progress notes.
• Monitor anaesthetised patients closely throughout surgical procedures, observing vital signs and alerting the veterinarian to any changes.
• Administer medications to patients as prescribed via oral, topical, injectable, and other routes, accurately recording all treatments given.
• Advise and educate pet owners on post-operative care, medication administration, diet, parasite control, and general pet care.
• Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of all clinical areas, kennels, and equipment to maintain a safe environment.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with veterinarians, colleagues, and pet owners.
• Proficiency in clinical skills including patient restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anaesthesia monitoring.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience working in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or animal welfare organisation.
• A compassionate and empathetic nature with a genuine commitment to animal welfare and high-quality care.
• A diploma or degree in veterinary nursing from an accredited institution and registration with the South African Veterinary Council.

Qualifications