Kennel Assistant

General Information Ref: 48278Department: Kennel Job Site: 405 Vet Animal Hospital Date Published: 02-26-2026

Pay Class: Full-Time Base Min.: 14 Base Max.: 16

Description & Requirements

Company Overview:

At 405 Vet Animal Hospital, located in vibrant Oklahoma City, we invite you to join a practice where comprehensive medical care meets deep community trust. Since 2017, we have prioritized treating every patient as if they were our own, delivering full-service veterinary care that includes Wellness & Prevention, Advanced Care, and complex Surgical Procedures. This dedication to excellence is reflected in our outstanding 4.9-star community rating. We are also proud to offer care in English and Spanish, Se Habla Espanol. If you are looking for a hospital built on collaboration and high standards, we have an exceptional opportunity for you to succeed. Joining us means becoming part of a highly stable and experienced collective of devoted animal lovers. Our dedicated medical team includes six veterinarians and a long-tenured group of support teammates making collaboration seamless and fostering excellent mentorship opportunities. You will find a highly supportive environment where the internal turnover is notably low, suggesting that our teammates truly enjoy working here and feel empowered to grow. This stability allows you to focus on medicine and develop strong lasting professional relationships while helping you achieve your career goals. We are committed to offering the highest quality of medicine across a wide range of services. Your caseload will be professionally diverse, covering not only essential small animal care but also specialized Exotic Pet Care, giving you a chance to broaden your expertise. You will regularly utilize your diagnostic skills via Testing & Diagnostics and be engaged in complex cases requiring Advanced Care. Furthermore, we provide crucial Urgent Care services during normal business hours, ensuring that you are consistently engaged in challenging and rewarding veterinary medicine. Located in the heart of Oklahoma City, our community provides an excellent blend of metropolitan amenities and accessibility. Oklahoma City is a rapidly growing hub known for its friendly atmosphere and affordability, offering fantastic opportunities for dining, recreation, and cultural pursuits that suit any lifestyle. This is a dynamic setting where you can truly do your best work while enjoying a rich quality of life outside the practice.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: Youll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: Youll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: Youll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: Youll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What Youll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50 lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred.
• A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

Responsibilities and Benefits

• How Youre Supported: As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you so you can focus on what you love.
• Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Health: A plan for your future with a 401k retirement plan plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options.
• Commitment to Growth: For those interested, educational assistance is available to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
• The Power of a Network: Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.
• Valuable Perks: Enjoy paid time off, discounted veterinary care for your own pets, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis, so they can focus on what matters most - the medicine their patients and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the Award-Winning Culture

The award-winning culture at Mission Pet Health is driven by the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.