Pet Care Kennel Assistant - Part-Time with Benefits

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

VCA Meadow Hills Animal Hospital in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Part-Time Kennel Assistant. The role supports DVMs and hospital staff with kennel care, feeding, and general husbandry for hospitalized or boarding pets.

Responsibilities include keeping kennels clean, ensuring patient comfort, and upholding the hospital’s standards of care. Weekend and holiday work is required, with an hourly wage starting at $17.13 per hour and part-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Must treat animals with care and respect and work well with them.
• Must enjoy keeping pets and kennels clean.

Responsibilities

• Assist DVMs and staff with kennel, hospital and surrounding care.
• Keep kennels clean, orderly and free of odors.
• Feed patients as scheduled and exercise (walk) them.
• Bath or clean pets as needed to maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain the overall cleanliness and safety of the hospital environment.

Skills

Animal care

Kennel cleanliness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

VCA Meadow Hills Animal Hospital in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Part-Time Kennel Assistant. The role supports DVMs and hospital staff with kennel care, feeding, and general husbandry for hospitalized or boarding pets.

Responsibilities include keeping kennels clean, ensuring patient comfort, and upholding the hospital’s standards of care. Weekend and holiday work is required, with an hourly wage starting at $17.13 per hour and part-time benefits.