Kennel Attendant: Hands-On Pet Care, Supportive Team

Vetcor; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Gateway Pet Hospital is seeking a full-time Kennel Attendant to provide daily care for hospitalized animals, help the medical team, and ensure a safe, clean, and compassionate environment. You will play a key role in patient comfort and teamwork.

The position offers a competitive hourly pay of $18–$21, with a five-day schedule including Saturdays and Sundays off. Benefits include healthcare, retirement options, and employee discounts to support your veterinary career growth.

Qualifications

• Comfort and confidence safely handling animals in a veterinary environment
• A genuine commitment to animal welfare and patient safety
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• A dependable, positive, and team-focused approach
• Confidence to own your responsibilities while knowing when to ask for help
• An eagerness to learn and grow within veterinary medicine
• A willingness to jump in wherever support is needed
• A commitment to teamwork, mutual respect, and high-quality patient care

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for hospitalized patients, including feeding, watering, grooming, exercising, and monitoring their well-being
• Safely handle and restrain animals as appropriate
• Observe patient behavior and promptly report concerns to the veterinary team
• Administer non-controlled medications, supplements, or treatments as directed and permitted by hospital policy
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members in person, by phone, text, and email
• Provide compassionate and courteous service that supports a positive client experience
• Clean and maintain kennels, cages, exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital equipment
• Assist with laundry, sanitation, stocking, inventory organization, and general hospital upkeep
• Maintain accurate documentation and records
• Follow hospital safety, infection-prevention, and OSHA protocols
• Complete required training and maintain applicable certifications
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment

Job description

Gateway Pet Hospital is seeking a full-time Kennel Attendant to provide daily care for hospitalized animals, help the medical team, and ensure a safe, clean, and compassionate environment. You will play a key role in patient comfort and teamwork.

The position offers a competitive hourly pay of $18–$21, with a five-day schedule including Saturdays and Sundays off. Benefits include healthcare, retirement options, and employee discounts to support your veterinary career growth.