Kennel Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Monument (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Job summary

Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital & Pet Lodge in Monument, CO is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our compassionate, team‑oriented practice. You’ll provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, maintain kennels, and assist with grooming and handling dogs and cats of all sizes.

A strong work ethic and reliability are essential. We offer on‑the‑job training, employee discounts, a 401(k), Health Savings Account, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Love for animals and a strong work ethic is essential.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts as needed.
• Previous animal care or kennel experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets (feeding, walking, cleaning).
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas and pet lodge facilities.
• Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting any concerns to veterinary staff.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, and handling pets of all sizes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to pet owners.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital & Pet Lodge – Monument, CO
Position Type: Full-Time

Do you love animals and want to be part of a compassionate, professional team?
Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital & Pet Lodge is looking for a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our growing practice!

About Us

Located in the beautiful community of Monument, CO, Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital & Pet Lodge offers exceptional veterinary care and premium pet lodging services. We pride ourselves on our caring, team-oriented environment and our commitment to the health and happiness of pets.

What You’ll Do:

Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets (feeding, walking, cleaning)

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas and pet lodge facilities

Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting any concerns to veterinary staff

Assist with bathing, grooming, and handling pets of all sizes

Deliver exceptional customer service to pet owners

What We’re Looking For:

A true love for animals and a strong work ethic

Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented

Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes

Able to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts as needed

Previous animal care or kennel experience is a plus, but not required

What We Offer:

A supportive and friendly team environment

On-the-job training and development

Opportunities to grow within the veterinary field

Employee discounts on veterinary services and pet care

Compensation

• Base hourly rate of $14.50 - $17.00 DOE
• Eligible for periodic bonus (where applicable)
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off

Your future in animal care starts here. We can’t wait to meet you!

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• a 401k with employer match
• paid time off (including sick time)

The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.