Kennel Attendant - Honolulu, HI

Vetcor; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Pet discount program

Job summary

Animal Clinic of Honolulu, part of Vetcor, is seeking a Kennel Attendant to join our busy, caring practice in Honolulu, HI. This full-time role focuses on boarding care, kennel maintenance, and supporting the veterinary team.

Ideal candidates have prior animal care or kennel experience, strong organizational skills, and a team-first attitude. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and room to grow within a collaborative hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Previous animal care or kennel experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Welcome clients and patients with warmth and professionalism.
• Provide compassionate care for boarding cats and dogs from admission through discharge.
• Feed, walk, monitor, and provide daily care for boarding patients.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, runs, laundry, and treatment areas while maintaining hospital cleanliness standards.
• Monitor patients for changes in behavior, appetite, or physical condition and communicate concerns promptly.
• Provide bedding, enrichment, and comfort care to help pets feel safe and relaxed.
• Practice Fear Free and low-stress animal handling techniques.
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in medical records.
• Support the veterinary team with daily hospital operations as needed.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Organization

Job description

Who We Are

Animal Clinic of Honolulu is Hiring a Kennel Attendant!

Position Details

• Role: Kennel Attendant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday
• Experience: Previous animal care or kennel experience preferred

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account (full-time only), 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program (full-time only), and Referral Bonus Program.
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only), supplemental insurance options, paid parental leave, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, free or discounted lab work for employee pets, pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program.
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and a uniform allowance.
• Lifestyle Perks You\'ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays (full-time only), an Employee Assistance Program, and an Employee Discount Program.

Looking for a career where your love of animals can shine every day? If you\'re compassionate, dependable, and enjoy making pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for, Animal Clinic of Honolulu would love to meet you.

Animal Clinic of Honolulu is a busy, progressive, full-service small animal hospital located in Kaimuki. Our four veterinarians and talented team of more than 25 veterinary professionals are committed to providing exceptional medicine while fostering a supportive workplace where every team member can learn, grow, and enjoy coming to work.

Why You\'ll Love It Here

Our hospital offers comprehensive veterinary care including wellness services, surgery, dentistry, acupuncture, laser therapy, boarding, digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory diagnostics. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of medicine while creating a positive, collaborative culture where your ideas, contributions, and professional growth are valued.

• Supportive leaders and teammates who value your ideas and contributions.
• Diverse caseload with opportunities to learn new skills.
• High standards of patient care and compassionate client communication.
• A respectful, collaborative team culture built on integrity.
• Encouragement to continue growing both personally and professionally.

What You\ll Do

• Welcome clients and patients with warmth and professionalism.
• Provide compassionate care for boarding cats and dogs from admission through discharge.
• Feed, walk, monitor, and provide daily care for boarding patients.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, runs, laundry, and treatment areas while maintaining hospital cleanliness standards.
• Monitor patients for changes in behavior, appetite, or physical condition and communicate concerns promptly.
• Provide bedding, enrichment, and comfort care to help pets feel safe and relaxed.
• Practice Fear Free and low-stress animal handling techniques.
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in medical records.
• Support the veterinary team with daily hospital operations as needed.

What You\ll Bring

• Previous animal care or kennel experience is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Compassionate communication with clients and teammates.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A dedication to maintaining a clean, professional kennel environment.
• A positive attitude and team-first mindset.
• Professionalism when handling sensitive situations and client concerns.
• A genuine passion for helping animals feel safe, healthy, and comfortable.

The Extras You\ll Actually Feel

You\'ll be supported by experienced veterinary professionals who are committed to helping you succeed. Whether you\'re expanding your animal care skills or building a long-term veterinary career, you\'ll find mentorship, collaboration, meaningful work, and teammates who genuinely enjoy working together while making a difference for pets and their families.

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can\'t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you\'re ready to build a rewarding career where your compassion and dedication help pets thrive every day, we\'d love to hear from you. Join Animal Clinic of Honolulu and discover what makes our hospital such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career while making a meaningful difference for pets and the people who love them.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal Clinic of Honolulu and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to be their authentic self. We believe our differences strengthen our team, enrich our culture, and help us provide exceptional care to our patients, clients, and one another.