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Student - Veterinary/Kennel Assistant University of Kentucky - 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details Part-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Sweeping Pet care sanitation protocols Veterinary equipment cleaning Laundry services Medical procedure assistance Pet care laundry Sterilization Mops Animal enclosure cleaning Veterinary procedure assistance Pet feeding Cleaning equipment Medical assisting Patient assistance Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Student - Veterinary/Kennel Assistant Requisition Number SE04450 Department Name 3J5

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Student Employment Work Location Lexington, KY On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus Salary Range Based on education and experience Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Preferred Education/Experience Hours per Week flexible Job Summary You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK. Students positions include, but are not limited to assisting doctors and technicians with minor procedures, caring for kennel patients (walking, feeding, medicating, cleaning cages), unpacking delivery boxes, laundry, sterilizing medical equipment, end of day closing(trash, sweep, mop). The position requires rotating Saturday and Sunday kennel duties and holiday AM and PM kennels duties.

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/ Abilities This is a learning/entry level position. We are happy if they have some kennel or veterinary experience but iot is not necessary. What is important is a good work ethic, dependability, and being able to work well with others. Deadline to Apply 09/18/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Anticipated Start Date 08/21/2026