Kennel Assistant - Kahului, HI

Who We Are At Home Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Assistant! Position Details Role: Kennel Assistant Status: Full-time Seasonal employee Salary: Competitive wage based on experience Schedule: 4 days per week, including one weekend shift a month Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program Love animals, enjoy staying on the move, and take pride in a job well done? Looking for a place on Maui where your care for pets makes a real difference every single day? At Home Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital in Kahului, dedicated to providing exceptional medical care and compassionate service to pets and their families throughout Maui. We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable, and hardworking Kennel Assistant to join our team. As our Kennel Assistant, you’ll be the steady, caring presence our boarding and hospitalized patients count on. From walks and mealtimes to fresh bedding and spotless kennels, you’ll help keep our hospital a clean, safe, and comfortable place for pets and people alike. No previous animal care experience? That’s okay. If you bring a genuine love of animals and a strong work ethic, we’ll help you build the rest. Why Our Kennel Attendants Love It Here Work hands-on with animals every day in an active role that keeps you movingJoin a supportive team of veterinarians, technicians, and reception staff who work together to care for every patientEnjoy a predictable full-time schedule with just one weekend shift per weekBuild career growth opportunities within the veterinary field, with continuing education to help you get thereServe pets and families across Maui at a full-service hospital that puts compassionate care first What Our Kennel Attendants Do Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, including feeding, walking, exercise, and monitoringWatch for changes in appetite, behavior, or health and report concerns to the medical teamClean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and treatment areasLaunder bedding, towels, and hospital laundryAssist with bathing and basic grooming services as neededKeep the hospital, boarding facility, and outdoor areas clean and well maintainedStock supplies and help keep inventory organizedDeliver friendly, excellent customer service to pet ownersSupport veterinarians, technicians, and reception staff wherever you’re needed Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities. What You’ll Bring A genuine love of animals and a commitment to compassionate careComfort handling dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperamentsStrong attention to detail and reliabilityThe ability to work independently and as part of a teamThe ability to lift and carry up to 50 poundsAvailability to work one weekend shift per weekA positive attitude and strong work ethicPrevious animal care experience is preferred but not required Financial Benefits Benefits You Can’t Beat A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support ProgramReferral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree or discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount program Join Our Team! If you’re ready to spend your days caring for pets and supporting a team that does the same, we’d love to meet you. Come grow with us as our next Kennel Assistant and help make every patient’s stay a little more comfortable. Apply today and join the team at At Home Animal Hospital! Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of At Home 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.