Pet Care Kennel Assistant — Full-Time, 4/10 Schedule

Western Veterinary Partners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

EAP

401k with company match

Paid time off

Pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Four Paws at Four Points Veterinary Hospital in Austin, TX seeks a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to support the veterinary team with patient husbandry, medication administration, and routine kennel sanitation. The role emphasizes attention to detail, compassionate care for dogs and cats, and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

This full-time position offers a 4/10 schedule, competitive hourly pay, benefits, and a pet discount.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
• Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background
• Genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing
• Confidence handling dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision
• Strong observational skills and willingness to communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team
• Interest in learning and growing within the veterinary profession
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role
• Strong communication with the veterinary team

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients and ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for medical or behavioral concerns
• Document observations in patient records with attention to detail
• Support the veterinary team with routine husbandry and patient care
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment and restock supplies as needed

Skills

Kennel assistant experience

Animal care

Observation skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Four Paws at Four Points Veterinary Hospital in Austin, TX seeks a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to support the veterinary team with patient husbandry, medication administration, and routine kennel sanitation. The role emphasizes attention to detail, compassionate care for dogs and cats, and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

This full-time position offers a 4/10 schedule, competitive hourly pay, benefits, and a pet discount.