Pet Care Champion: Kennel & Patient Support

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health package: Medical, dental, and視s

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Companion Animal Hospital in Cameron Park seeks a Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary team. You will care for boarding patients, provide meals and walks, monitor for medical or behavioral concerns, and document observations.

Responsibilities include sanitizing kennels, common areas, and treatment spaces; ensuring supplies are stocked; and collaborating with the veterinary team to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing.
• Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision.
• Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient safety and handling techniques.
• Strong observational skills and willingness to communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role.
• Interest in learning and growing within the veterinary profession.

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for medical or behavioral concerns with detailed documentation.
• Ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.
• Assist in general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital.
• Communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team and contribute to a team-focused environment.

Skills

Animal care experience

Kennel experience

Job description

Companion Animal Hospital in Cameron Park seeks a Kennel Assistant to support our veterinary team. You will care for boarding patients, provide meals and walks, monitor for medical or behavioral concerns, and document observations.

Responsibilities include sanitizing kennels, common areas, and treatment spaces; ensuring supplies are stocked; and collaborating with the veterinary team to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.