Kennel Assistant (PT30)

Mission Pet Health; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Small Animal Hospital (RMSAH) in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety. You’ll monitor animal behavior and health, and report concerns to the medical team while maintaining a clean, safe environment.

The role requires physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs and a flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal welfare and a caring attitude towards boarding and daycare pets.
• Dependable, efficient, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication with teammates and clients when appropriate.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically active kennel duties.
• Flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays is required.
• Previous kennel assistant experience is preferred but not mandatory for entry-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide Personalized Care: you'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: you'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: you'll maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: you'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Reliable and hardworking

Strong communication

Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs

Flexible schedule

Kennel experience preferred

Job description

Rocky Mountain Small Animal Hospital (RMSAH) is dedicated to providing the highest standard of compassionate, comprehensive care for the Highlands Ranch community. We are proud to be AAHA Accredited, reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement, safety protocols, and medical excellence. When you join us, you become part of a deeply collaborative culture focused on helping every pet owner and every single one of your teammates succeed. This is your opportunity to do your best work in a respected practice environment where your contributions are immediately valued. RMSAH believes in supporting you not just in your current role, but in your entire career trajectory. While maintaining a strong focus on local patient care, we are connected to a larger network that champions education and professional development. This connection means you have access to internal specialty consultations and resources designed to help all teammates achieve their professional goals, whether that involves becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership position within the practice. We prioritize a healthy workflow where our medical assistants and technicians can utilize their full skill sets, fostering genuine partnership across the entire care team. As an AAHA accredited facility, the quality of medicine you practice here is sophisticated and consistently challenging. Our small animal focus allows us to invest heavily in advanced diagnostic and surgical tools. You will routinely utilize equipment for advanced imaging, including both Radiology and Ultrasound. We provide complex care across multiple specialties, including Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Orthopedics, and advanced soft tissue Surgery, ensuring you have the exposure needed to continually grow your clinical expertise alongside highly dedicated teammates.

Highlands Ranch, Colorado, offers an exceptional blend of suburban convenience and access to rugged outdoor adventure. Located just south of Denver, you get the benefit of a welcoming, well-planned community with highly rated local amenities, while remaining close enough to enjoy major city culture and dining. The location provides easy access to vast open space, local hiking trails, and is an ideal launching point for weekend trips into the Rocky Mountains, supporting a healthy work-life balance built around recreation.

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.
• The pay range for this position is $18-$20 per hour based on experience.