Kennel Attendant - San Ramon, CA

Gateway Pet Hospital; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Six paid holidays

Employee discount program

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Gateway Pet Hospital is seeking a full-time Kennel Attendant in California. The role entails caring for hospitalized animals, supporting the medical team, and ensuring smooth hospital operations.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision coverage, PTO, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses, with a five-day schedule that includes Saturdays and Sundays off. Join a compassionate team dedicated to animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for animals and patient care mindset.
• Strong work ethic and compassionate attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to learn and grow within clinical support roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for hospitalized patients including feeding, watering, grooming, exercising and monitoring wellbeing.
• Safely handle and restrain animals as appropriate.
• Observe patient behavior and report concerns to the veterinary team.
• Administer non-controlled medications or supplements as directed by hospital policy.
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members in person, by phone, text, and email.
• Maintain kennels, cages, exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital equipment.

Skills

Animal handling

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Who we are

Gateway Pet Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Kennel AttendantStatus: Full-timePay: $18–$21 per hour, depending on experienceSchedule: Five-day workweek that includes Saturdays, with one weekday and Sundays off

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program and professional development opportunities

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Love Animals and Want a Hands-On Role Where Your Work Matters?

At Gateway Pet Hospital, we’re building something special—and this is your chance to be part of it.

We’re looking for a full-time Kennel Attendant who brings a genuine love for animals, a strong work ethic, and a compassionate approach to patient care. You’ll play an important role in keeping our patients comfortable, supporting the medical team, and helping the hospital run smoothly.

Our philosophy is simple: we’re better together. Your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and teamwork, communication, and mutual respect guide how we work every day.

Why Our Kennel Attendants Love It Here

• A team built around a “better together” philosophy
• A predictable five-day schedule with Sundays off
• Leadership that values your ideas and contributions
• Weekly and monthly meetings that encourage open communication and collaboration
• Mentoring and support as you build your veterinary career
• Opportunities to strengthen your animal-handling and patient-care skills
• The chance to make a meaningful difference for pets every day
• Occasional coffee runs and meals on us
• An always-stocked fridge with drinks and snacks
• A supportive team that values life outside the hospital

What Our Kennel Attendants Do

• 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

What You’ll Bring

• Comfort and confidence safely handling animals in a veterinary environment
• A genuine commitment to animal welfare and patient safety
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skillsThe 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\li>
• A commitment to teamwork, mutual respect, and high-quality patient care\li>

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

This is a hands-on role where your work has a direct impact on the comfort and well-being of our patients.

You’ll have opportunities to strengthen your animal-handling skills, learn more about veterinary patient care, and grow alongside a team that wants to see you succeed. You’ll also have regular opportunities to share feedback and ideas as we continue improving how we care for our patients and work together.

And on busy days, the stocked fridge, occasdirectly impactsional coffee runs, and meals on us don’t hurt either.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• 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-dependent 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

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

If you’re dependable, compassionate, and ready to build your skills while making a difference in the lives of pets, Gateway Pet Hospital would love to meet you.

Bring your love for animals, strong work ethic, and team-first attitude. We’ll bring the support, opportunities to grow, and a workplace where your contribution matters.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Gateway Pet Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.