About the role
Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center, located in beautiful Boynton Beach, Florida, is a close-knit, community-focused general practice that has provided top-quality medicine and built lasting relationships with our clients and their pets for over 20 years. We proudly operate alongside our sister practice, Colonial Animal Hospital, located less than 3 miles away. Both hospitals are fully equipped with complete treatment areas, offering you flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to work with a wider, experienced team. Colonial Gateway also features a full boarding facility, four exam rooms, and a dedicated dental suite.
Kennel Attendant
Job Description Introduction – Kennel Attendant 🐾
Love animals, don’t mind a little fur on your clothes, and enjoy being part of a caring team? The Kennel Attendant at Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center is a hands‑on role for someone who takes pride in keeping tails wagging and whiskers comfortable. From providing daily care and TLC to our furry guests to helping keep our kennel clean, safe, and happy, this role is perfect for an animal lover who thrives in an active, rewarding environment—where every day is a little different and every cuddle counts.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide daily care for boarded animals, including feeding, watering, walking, bathing, and monitoring behavior and health.
- If applicable, kennel attendants may provide care to hospitalized patients only when directed and supervised by the medical team.
- Safely transport animals between kennels, exam rooms, and the lobby, ensuring gentle handling and patient comfort.
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with restraint, positioning, and minor procedures as directed.
- Follow detailed feeding, medication, and exercise instructions for boarding pets.
- Monitor and report any health or behavioral changes in animals to kennel leadership/medical team promptly.
- Maintain cleanliness, disinfection, and organization of all kennels, runs, and facility areas, including outdoor spaces, in accordance with hospital protocols and operating standards.
- Support a positive client experience by greeting owners, answering phones, assisting with belongings, and ensuring clear and calm communication throughout the boarding process.
- Assist in completion of daily opening, closing, and cleaning checklists to a high standard.
- Manage inventory of cleaning and kennel supplies and report replenishment needs as appropriate.
- Unpack and organize deliveries, restock treatment and exam areas, and remove expired or damaged items as needed.
- Work collaboratively and proactively with team members, offering help whenever needed to support smooth hospital operations.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a kennel, animal care, or boarding facility preferred.
- Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and compassionate animal care.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
Hours:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations
Compensation and Benefits:
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.
