Veterinary Kennel Assistant

“Taking care of pets and people with our utmost C.A.R.E!” Compassion, Accommodation, Respect, and Empathy. Caring for your pets as our own.

Waipahu Waikele Pet Hospital proudly serves our Kama’aina, Military families, and community with exceptional veterinary care and aloha. Since opening our doors in 1972, we’ve grown into the largest locally-owned pet hospital in Hawaii, all while keeping the same family-friendly feel our clients have come to expect. Our staff believes in creating the best experience, from the time you walk through the doors till the time you leave, because we truly believe that our pets are part of our ohana.

About the Job:

We’re looking to add full-time Kennel Assistants to join our family-oriented team as we continue to grow and expand our thriving practice. You’ll be working alongside our excellent team of pet care associates, assisting with things like:

• Compassionate care of boarding pets; things like feeding and exercising.
• Monitoring the status of the pets that are boarding.
• Promptly notifying technicians and veterinarians as necessary of changes in status of pets.
• Understand and follow proper feeding and sanitation procedures.

About you:

Think that sounds like the kind of opportunity you’re up for? Here’s what you’ll bring to the team:

• You have experience handling animals in a professional setting and/or have some college experience.
• You have a passion for companion animals and the people who love them.
• You’re a team-player with a positive, can-do attitude.
• You’re detail oriented and good at prioritizing your tasks.
• You’re comfortable with long periods of standing and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:

Great work comes with great rewards. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive wages

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plan, 401K
• Paid time off
• Personal pet discounts
• Seeing adorable animals all day long!

Sound good? If so, hit that APPLY button! Hopefully you’re exactly the future team member we’ve been searching for! We’ll evaluate your application and get in touch with you for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Waipahu Waikele Pet Hospital Ohana!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary: 1 year (Preferred)
• Professional Animal Handling: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person