Kennel Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners, LLC; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health package

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pawsitive Veterinary Care in Tulsa, OK seeks a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to support the veterinary team with patient husbandry and care, housekeeping, and medication administration. You will help with meals, walking boarding pets, and documenting observations to ensure patient wellbeing.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and a passion for animal care, with a part-time schedule and a flexible Friday–Monday shift, weekends on rotation.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant or kennel technician preferred
• Will consider related animal care experience such as boarding or doggy daycare
• A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing
• Confidence 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 safety practices
• Strong work ethic and initiative
• Dependability and attention to detail
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Physical ability for hands-on animal care
• Strong observational skills and ability to communicate concerns to the veterinary team
• Interest in growing within the veterinary profession

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients
• Monitor medical or behavioral concerns and document observations
• Sanitize kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas; restock supplies
• Administer medications as directed by the veterinary team
• Support kennel staff with daily routines and cleanliness

Skills

Kennel experience

Animal care

Observation skills

Team player

Physical ability

Job description

Pawsitive Veterinary Careis seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while providing critical support to the veterinary team.

In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital. You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

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.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $12.50-$14.50 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a part-time position, with aflexible schedule and availability neededFriday-Monday. Weekends on rotation.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k - with company match beginning 2027
• 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
• 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

Why choose Pawsitive Veterinary Care?

is dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary services for pets in a caring and compassionate environment. Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, their experienced team offers a wide range of services, including preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry. With a focus on promoting the health and well-being of pets, Pawsitive Veterinary Care strives to build lasting relationships with pet owners while ensuring the highest quality of care for their furry companions.

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. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$12.50 - $14 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail].

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify demographic information for compliance and reporting purposes. Completion of this form is entirely voluntary and refusal to provide this information will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

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We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.