Kennel Assistant

Woodland Veterinary Hospital is growing, and we’re looking for a Kennel Assistant to join our team! If you love caring for animals and take pride in creating a clean, comfortable environment, this could be a great fit for you.

In this role, you’ll help make our boarding pets feel safe, happy, and well cared for during their stay. Your day will include providing meals, walks, and plenty of cuddles, along with administering medications and keeping a close eye on each patient’s health and behavior. You’ll document your observations carefully and communicate any concerns to the veterinary team. You’ll also play an important role behind the scenes by keeping kennels, treatment areas, and shared spaces clean, organized, and fully stocked so the entire hospital runs smoothly.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $19 - $21 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, part-time position with shifts available 7 days a week

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Your qualifications:

• Previous experience as a kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
• A genuine passion for animal care and patient well being
• Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient safety and handling techniques
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role
• Strong observational skills and willingness to communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team
• Interest in learning and growing within the veterinary profession

Why Choose Woodland Veterinary Hospital?

Woodland Veterinary Hospital has been caring for pets and the people who love them for more than 50 years. What began as a small clinic in 1975 has grown into a trusted, full-service veterinary hospital serving Woodland and the surrounding communities.

Today, our 11,000-square-foot campus is home to a collaborative team of 9 veterinarians and over 40 veterinary support professionals, all dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care. From wellness visits to urgent care and boarding, we’re proud to offer a wide range of services in one place, including access to advanced diagnostics and board-certified specialists.

While we’ve grown over the years, our mission has stayed the same: to treat every pet like family and build lasting relationships with the clients we serve. We’re proud of our deep roots in the community and the legacy of care we continue to build every day.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$19—$21 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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