Kennel Attendant
Vetcor•Portland, OR
•Onsite
About The Position
Rose City Veterinary Hospital is seeking a part-time Kennel Attendant to join their team. This role is ideal for individuals interested in starting a career in veterinary medicine or gaining experience in animal care. The Kennel Attendant is crucial for supporting clients, caring for boarding pets, and ensuring the smooth operation of the hospital. The hospital prides itself on combining modern medicine with compassionate care in a supportive and fun environment that encourages learning and growth.
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
- Supplemental insurance options
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Mentorship support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Positive, supportive workplace culture
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- 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
