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

* Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

• 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

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.

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.

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