Kennel Attendant
About The Position
Rose City Veterinary Hospital is the oldest operating veterinary hospital in Portland, and we’re proud to combine modern medicine with old-fashioned love. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie while providing opportunities to learn and grow. We’re looking to add a part-time Kennel Attendant to our team. This role is perfect for someone interested in exploring a career in veterinary medicine or building experience in the animal care field. Our Kennel Attendants play an important role in supporting our clients, caring for boarding pets, and helping the hospital run smoothly every day.
Requirements
- Positive attitude, reliability, and a team-first mindset
- Love for animals and interest in veterinary medicine
- Ability to work independently and stay organized
- Safe and effective patient handling skills
- Ability to maintain a clean, professional kennel and lobby environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with fellow team members
- Attention to detail when documenting boarding stays and patient updates
- Compassion for pets, clients, and coworkers alike
Responsibilities
- Feed, walk, and provide daily care for hospitalized or boarding patients
- Clean kennels, cages, runs, and laundry while maintaining sanitation standards
- Monitor boarding patients for changes in behavior, appetite, or condition
- Assist with basic patient comfort tasks including bedding, enrichment, and calming routines
- Support hospital cleanliness by performing basic janitorial tasks
- Help the team with tasks as needed to keep the day running smoothly
- Provide compassionate care and support for pets staying in the hospital
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Mentorship support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Positive, supportive workplace culture
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
