Kennel Attendant

Encore Vet Group • Wellington, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Every pet that stays with us deserves to feel safe, loved, and well cared for. At Wellington Veterinary Hospital, we are an AAHA accredited and Cat Friendly practice that has proudly served Wellington, Fort Collins, Severance, Windsor, Timnath, and the surrounding Northern Colorado communities since 1999. We offer preventative care, dentistry, surgery, laparoscopic procedures, urgent care, and doggie daycare, all delivered by a team that genuinely loves what they do. We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Full-Time Kennel Attendant to bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every kennel run, exam room, and front desk moment.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of experience in animal care, kennel work, or a customer service setting
• Genuinely love animals and handle them safely and calmly
• Are comfortable on your feet and able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Bring a friendly, professional presence to every client interaction
• Are reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Are available for Saturdays as part of the team schedule
• Are happy to jump in wherever you're needed, kennel or front desk

Responsibilities

• Feeding, watering, and monitoring dogs, cats, and other small animals
• Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages, runs, and common areas
• Walking dogs and providing safe exercise and enrichment
• Monitoring animals for signs of stress, illness, or injury and reporting concerns to veterinary staff
• Assisting veterinary technicians and staff when needed
• Washing bedding, dishes, and maintaining a clean and organized facility
• Greeting clients warmly and professionally
• Answering phones and assisting pet owners with questions or appointment requests
• Scheduling appointments and checking clients in and out
• Processing payments and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting the veterinary team with communication and organization throughout the day

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Free virtual mental healthcare for household (13+)
• Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
• Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
• A 401(k) with up to 5% company match

What This Job Offers

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