Kennel Attendant - Eagan, MN
VetCorAbout the role
Who we are Companion Animal Hospital is looking for a Part-Time Kennel Assistant. Position Details Role: Kennel Assistant Status: Part-time Salary: $14.50–$16.00 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays required; some weekday hours may be available Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonus opportunities. Wellness & Peace of Mind: Paid time off, pet discounts on services and products, free lab work for employee pets, and pet food discounts. Professional Growth & Recognition: Professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, uniform allowance, and quarterly team rewards. Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Employee Assistance Program, employee discount program, and scheduling flexibility designed to help balance school, work, and other commitments. Companion Animal Hospital, a full-service animal hospital in Eagan, is looking for a part-time Kennel Assistant who loves working with animals. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital while continuing school or balancing other commitments. Why You'll Love It Here We offer steady work in a supportive veterinary environment with some flexibility in scheduling. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with animals, learn more about veterinary care, and build valuable experience alongside a team focused on the safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet in our care. What You'll Do Feed and provide daily care for animals Supervise play groups and monitor pet interactions Clean and maintain kennels and clinic premises Maintain accurate records Monitor animals for changes in health or behavior Administer medications as directed Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for all pets What You'll Bring A genuine love for animals and commitment to their well-being Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Reliability and the ability to follow established care procedures A compassionate and patient approach to animal care The ability to work weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays Previous animal experience is preferred The Extras You'll Actually Feel A great entry point into the veterinary field Hands-on experience in a full-service animal hospital Steady part-time work Some flexibility to accommodate school or work commitments Opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionals Benefits You Can't Beat Financial Benefits Flexible compensation 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan 529 Savings Plan Referral Bonus Program Wellness Benefits Paid Time Off Pet discounts on services and products Free lab work for employee pets Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! If you’re dependable, compassionate, and excited to build experience working with animals in a veterinary setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career in animal care! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Companion Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
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