Kennel Assistant
Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center
| Company | Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Allentown |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center (EPVMC) was built on a simple but powerful belief. Pets in the Lehigh Valley deserve access to advanced medical care at any time of day or night.
What began as a commitment to emergency medicine has grown into a 24/7 specialty and emergency hospital. Today, our teams work together across departments to care for patients facing critical illness, complex disease, and life-changing procedures.
Behind every successful surgery, every stabilized emergency, and every patient that goes home, there is a system that supports it all.
That system depends on people who take pride in the details.
That is where this role begins.
Kennel Attendant
Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center in Allentown, PA
$16.00-$18.00 an hour
As a Kennel Assistant at EPVMC, you are a key part of the patient care team. Your work creates a clean, safe, and organized environment that allows medicine to happen.
This is not just a cleaning position. This is a role that directly impacts patient safety, hospital efficiency, and team success.
Every kennel cleaned, every surface disinfected, and every task completed supports the doctors and nurses who rely on a properly maintained hospital to do their jobs.
What You Will Do
Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and treatment areas following hospital protocols
Maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital including floors, surfaces, exam rooms, and common areas such as bathrooms, lounges and lobby.
Handle laundry including washing, drying, and restocking hospital linens
Safely dispose of hospital trash
Restock cleaning supplies in treatment and patient care areas
Monitor for cleanliness, safety hazards, and report concerns promptly
What We Are Looking For
Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast paced environment
Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization
Ability to follow protocols and safety standards consistently
Comfort working in a hospital environment with animals, including those that are sick or stressed
Willingness to be part of a team and step in where needed
Ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
Why This Role Matters
In a hospital that never closes, there is no room for shortcuts when it comes to cleanliness and safety.
Infection control, patient comfort, and workflow efficiency all start with a well-maintained environment.
This role is the foundation that supports everything else.
If you take pride in doing the work others depend on, we want to meet you.
Our Comprehensive benefit package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
Continuing education allowance and professional development support
Mental Health Re sources
Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
Perks for Your Pets Too!
Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:
Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
Diagnostics: Savings on re ference lab testing
Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner
Requirements
Ability to work assigned shifts
Strong attention to detail
Calm, confident demeanor in emergency or high-stress situations
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create ex