Part-Time Veterinary Assistant & Kennel Tech — Balance

Castle Rock Cat Hospital; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth retirement savings

Flexible spending options

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee pet care benefits

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Castle Rock Cat Hospital is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant & Kennel Technician to join our medical team on a part-time basis. The role combines hands-on patient care with compassionate boarding care, offering variety and an opportunity to be an important part of a collaborative team.

You’ll work alongside experienced veterinary professionals to help ensure our patients, boarding cats, and hospital receive exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Vet assistant experience preferred.
• Passion for animal care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Positive, dependable attitude.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion for patients and families.
• Willingness to learn and support teammates.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments.
• Safely handle and restrain patients during examinations and procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for appointments.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain hospital equipment and workspaces.
• Monitor and care for boarding cats, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
• Feed, medicate as directed, and provide enrichment for boarding patients.
• Observe patients for changes in behavior or health and report concerns to the medical team.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate effectively with teammates.
• Help create a clean, organized, and welcoming hospital environment.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Multitasking

Compassion

Job description

Castle Rock Cat Hospital is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant & Kennel Technician to join our medical team on a part-time basis. The role combines hands-on patient care with compassionate boarding care, offering variety and an opportunity to be an important part of a collaborative team.

You’ll work alongside experienced veterinary professionals to help ensure our patients, boarding cats, and hospital receive exceptional care.