Kennel Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners • Helena, MT

2d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Alpine Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while providing critical support to the veterinary team. In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care, as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital. You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies. As part of your training and development, you will also be cross-trained in reception. This will provide an opportunity to learn and support front-desk operations, including client communication, scheduling, answering phones, and other general reception responsibilities as needed. 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. We are looking for someone who is flexible, willing to learn, and comfortable supporting different areas of the hospital based on team and operational needs.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
• 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
• Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients
• Administer medication
• Monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns
• Provide detailed documentation about observations
• Ensure kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies
• Cross-train in reception duties including client communication, scheduling, and answering phones

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed