Kennel Attendant - Seattle, WA

Columbia City Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, eight-doctor veterinary practice with a strong support team committed to providing excellent care. We're compassionate professionals who show up for one another, celebrate each other, and welcome you exactly as you are.

About the role

This part-time position plays an important role in helping us close the hospital and ensuring our team walks into a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinic each day.

• Join an established eight-doctor veterinary practice
• Work alongside a strong and supportive veterinary team
• Be part of a culture where teammates genuinely help one another
• Enjoy a consistent, predictable part-time schedule
• Work short shifts that can fit well around school, another job, or other commitments
• Make a meaningful contribution to the care and comfort of our patients
• Join a workplace where your contributions are valued and appreciated
• Enjoy employee pet discounts

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kennels and patient areas
• Sweep and mop floors throughout assigned areas
• Empty garbage and properly dispose of waste
• Restock supplies and other necessary items
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment
• Follow hospital cleaning and sanitation protocols
• Complete assigned closing duties thoroughly and efficiently
• Communicate with teammates about tasks, supplies, or concerns
• Jump in wherever needed to help the team finish the day successfully

Requirements

• A dependable and responsible approach to your work
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks
• A positive, team-first attitude
• Willingness to clean, organize, and help wherever needed
• Good communication and time-management skills
• The ability to follow instructions and hospital protocols
• Compassion and respect for animals
• Reliability and punctuality for scheduled shifts
• A willingness to contribute to a supportive and welcoming workplace

Pay

$21.30 per hour

Schedule

• Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 4:00–6:00 PM
• Saturday from 12:00–2:00 PM

Benefits

Financial Rewards

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness & Peace of Mind

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (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)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program