Kennel Assistant

Pine Woods Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, clients, and staff — while providing light support to our clinical team as needed.

In this role, you will focus on janitorial and housekeeping duties, ensuring kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies. You will also assist the clinical team with basic patient restraint and light tech support as directed throughout the day. This position is ideal for those who are self-driven, detail-oriented, enjoy cleaning and organization, and are committed to contributing to a team-focused environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who may not have prior veterinary experience but are excited about the industry and looking for a foot in the door at a well-established, progressive practice. Candidates must be reliable, friendly, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule and compensation:

Compensation: $16.00 – $17.00 per hour, for each hour worked

Schedule: This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule , Monday–Saturday, with one Saturday per month required. No on-call requirements.

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:

1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred

Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background

A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing

Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments

Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision

Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient safety and handling techniques

Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative

Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment

Dependability and attention to detail

A positive, team-oriented attitude

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 join Pine Woods Animal Hospital?

Pine Woods Animal Hospital is a progressive, 7-doctor practice with a close-knit, long-tenured team and a strong reputation in the community. Our unique two-building campus — featuring a dedicated Wellness Center and Surgery & Rehabilitation Center — allows us to offer advanced services like acupuncture, rehab therapy, dentistry with full-mouth radiographs, and complex soft-tissue surgery.

You'll work alongside a strong team of LVTs and experienced assistants, collaborative doctors with diverse clinical interests, all in a hospital that prioritizes efficiency, communication, and high-quality care. If you're looking for a place where you can fully utilize your skills, continue growing, and be part of a supportive, well-established team, Pine Woods is an excellent place to build your career.

Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!

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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

$16 — $17 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 [email protected]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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