Kennel Assistant

Bellevue Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel team is dedicated to maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, clients, and staff.

In this role, you will focus on janitorial and housekeeping duties, ensuring 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.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who may not have prior veterinary experience but are excited about the industry. Candidates must be reliable, friendly, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full or part- time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No weekends!

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $18-21 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ year (s) of kennel or animal handling experience
• Commitment to a career in veterinary medicine with ongoing training
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Comfortable with janitorial and housekeeping duties
  • Oral medication administration
  • Comfortable walking dogs

About us:

Bellevue Animal Hospital is a seven-doctor, general practice that has been serving Eastside dogs and cats since 1955. We recently moved into a beautiful, larger location that is fully renovated. We’ve provided generations of pets individualized care, from wellness exams and dental care to surgery, ultrasound, laser therapy, nutritional counseling, and more. The Bellevue team displays an unrivaled commitment to our community, and in return, our clinic has been voted Best of Bellevue 5 consecutive years in a row! Our experienced team is well equipped with excellent diagnostic tools, multiple LVTs, and a talented support staff. Our staff takes a Fear Free approach to patient care, and we take our last appointment at 5:30pm so our team can truly enjoy life outside of work.

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