Kennel Assistant

Exciting things are happening at FMA Animal Hospital! We're preparing to move into a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital this year, creating an incredible opportunity for team members to grow their careers in a modern, innovative environment built with both patients and employees in mind. We are seeking aKennel Technician to join our 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 is a Part-Time position, with flexible scheduling options, and availability needed Monday-Friday and rotating weekends.

Part-Time Benefits**

• Compensation: $14-$17 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Uniform allowance
• Personal pet discounts
• Long-term professional growth
• And more!!

Responsibilities :

• Provide attentive care to boarding dogs and cats
• Feed, walk, and monitor pets for health and behavior changes
• Clean kennels and hospital areas as needed
• Check boarding clients in and out

Minimum Qualifications & Skillset:

• 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

• Must be a self-starter who can work independently

• Punctual and reliable

• Desire for knowledge & growth in the veterinary field

• Willing to work holidays and weekends

• Excellent communication & customer service skills

At FMA Animal Hospital, our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and personalized veterinary care to every patient and pet parent. Located in Westwood—a charming city in Johnson County just minutes from downtown Kansas City—we proudly serve the greater Kansas City area as a full-service animal hospital. Our modern facility features advanced diagnostic technology and is staffed by a dedicated, knowledgeable team committed to exceptional care and outstanding client service.

Apply today and join us in building something extraordinary!

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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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