Veterinary Kennel Assistant

**Santa Monica Veterinary Group **is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while providing critical support to the veterinary team.

In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital. You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

This position is ideal for those who are self-driven, detail-oriented, enjoy cleaning and organization, and are committed to contributing to a team-focused environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $ 18.50 - 20.00 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 8 am - 7 pm.

Full-time Benefits Package:*

• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Your 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

• 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 work ethic and willingness to take initiative

• Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment

• Dependability and attention to detail

• A positive, team-oriented attitude

• Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role

• Strong observational skills and willingness to communicate patient concerns to the veterinary team

• Interest in learning and growing within the veterinary profession

Santa Monica Veterinary Group is seeking compassionate, dependable support staff to join our doctor-led hospital providing general practice, urgent care, and emergency services. Our support team plays a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and client experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where every position matters. We pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive, team-driven culture with no cliques and a true “everyone steps up” mindset. Ideal candidates are reliable, detail-oriented professionals who thrive in dynamic settings, communicate confidently with clients, and are passionate about animal welfare. We offer a supportive workplace culture, opportunities for cross-training and growth, exposure to a diverse case load, flexible scheduling, and leadership that prioritizes transparency, respect, and open communication. If you’re looking for a hospital where your contributions are valued and your development is encouraged, we would love to meet you.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$18.50 - $20 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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