Kennel Assistant

Arlington Heights Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our kennel team is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while maintaining a clean and safe environment for pets, clients, and staff.

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. You will ensure kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

This can be a full or part-time position, with flexible scheduling options, and availability needed Monday-Friday, and rotating weekends.

Benefits and Compensation**

• Compensation: $12 per hour, for each hour worked*
  • For Full-Time Employees:
    • Health Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA options)
    • Life Insurance and Disability
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • 401k (with company match starting Jan. 2027)
    • Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
    • Long-term professional growth

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
• Assist the front desk by answering incoming calls
• 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
• Punctual and reliable
• Desire for knowledge & growth in the veterinary field
• Willing to work holidays and weekends
• Excellent communication & customer service skills

Why Work at Arlington Heights?

Our Mission

To provide comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care to the very best of our abilities while always exhibiting the utmost concern for our clients, their pets, and our team members.

Career Growth Opportunity: We’re committed to supporting the professional growth of every team member. This position offers clear opportunities for advancement within the practice for eligible and tenured employees. We provide access to ACT online training and veterinary-specific in-clinic continuing education to help you build your skills and confidence. Additionally, we conduct consistent annual “stay interviews” to assess performance, provide feedback, and determine eligibility for pay increases—because we believe in recognizing and rewarding your dedication.

We love what we do, and it shows, in our award-winning team, strong client relationships, and full-service facility, which includes The Retreat, our on-site boarding, grooming, and play care center. If you're looking for a supportive, growth-focused environment where pets are treated like family, you’ll feel right at home here!

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.

**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.