Kennel Assistant

Kennel Assistant at Rau Animal Hospital

Rau Animal Hospital is a community anchor dedicated to highly personalized patient care, built upon core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Compassion. When you join our dedicated team in Glenside, PA, you are entering a hospital that is proudly AAHA Accredited and recognized as a Cat Friendly Practice. This commitment to quality medicine is reflected in our Top Rated status in Glenside and an outstanding 4.7-star Google rating. If you are seeking an opportunity where your clinical skills are valued and supported by an appreciative community, this is the place to grow your career. Our culture emphasizes Teamwork and respect, creating a supportive environment where all teammates can do their best work. We operate with extended hours—including evenings and weekends—to ensure comprehensive critical care coverage and convenience for our clients. You will find that our mission focuses on cultivating strong relationships, both with our clients ("The Rau Doctor Difference") and within the hospital, prioritizing communication and mutual respect across all departments. We are committed to fostering your professional growth within an environment where compassionate care defines every interaction. As a member of Rau Animal Hospital, you will practice high-quality, comprehensive small animal medicine supported by advanced diagnostic tools. We offer extensive services covering preventative care, dentistry, and critical care. You will have access to essential technologies like ultrasound and laser therapy. Furthermore, we specialize in advanced diagnostic imaging and surgery, allowing you to provide thorough patient management from wellness exams to complex cases. Our approach includes dedicated, species-specific protocols, ranging from specialized Kitten Care and Cat Anesthesia to Senior Dog Care and specialized Dog Behavior consults, ensuring a tailored approach for every patient. Rau Animal Hospital serves the loyal community of Glenside, PA, where we are recognized as a Top Rated Veterinarian. Glenside offers the professional stability of a well-established practice while being part of a supportive local environment. Join us here and establish yourself as a vital provider of comprehensive veterinary care in a suburban setting known for appreciating high integrity and service.

About Mission Pet Health

At Mission Pet Health, we do things a little differently! As part of our hiring process, we invite candidates to complete a short online assessment so we can better understand your skills and strengths. If you are being considered for the position, you will receive an e-mail from a Mission Pet Health recruiter with a link to complete the assessment at your convenience. Please be sure to check your spam or junk folder - sometimes these messages get filtered out.

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring To The Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Key skills/competency

• Animal Care
• Pet Welfare
• Kennel Management
• Sanitation
• Animal Monitoring
• Team Collaboration
• Inventory Management
• Client Communication
• Physical Stamina
• Flexible Scheduling