Kennel Assistant Part Time Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

General Information
Ref #
53135
Department
Kennel
Job Site
Summit Boulevard Animal Hospital
Date Published
07-30-2026
Pay Class
Part-Time
Base Min.
$ 14
Base Max.
$ 16
Description & Requirements
Company Overview
At Summit Boulevard Animal Hospital in beautiful West Palm Beach, Florida, our mission is straightforward: providing compassionate, competent veterinary care in an atmosphere of loving concern. We treat our clients' pets as our own, a commitment that has earned us an excellent 4.7-star Google rating and the deep trust of the community since 1987. We take immense pride in our quality of care, which is verified through our accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This benchmark status means you will be working within the top 15% of animal hospitals in the United States and Canada, ensuring you have the infrastructure to provide the very best medicine. This is where you can truly do your best work alongside dedicated teammates.
You will join a supportive environment where the abundance of caring is obvious, both for our patients and for every teammate. We are committed to fostering a culture where you feel valued and equipped to grow your career. As an AAHA accredited facility, our adherence to stringent standards covers nearly every aspect of our hospital, including patient care, client service, and diagnostic imaging, giving you clear structure and support. We seek motivated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and who are ready to build lasting relationships with both pets and their owners in the West Palm Beach community.
Summit Boulevard Animal Hospital offers comprehensive small animal services, ranging from preventative wellness and testing to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures. Our AAHA accreditation ensures that our standards for surgery, exam facilities, emergency services, and anesthesiology meet a globally recognized benchmark for quality care. You will have the opportunity to manage challenging and specialized cases, including advanced orthopedic surgeries such as the TPLO procedure for Canine Cruciate Ligament Rupture. We provide the tools and resources necessary to tackle advanced care and urgent needs, ensuring you can utilize the full scope of your medical expertise.
Located in sunny West Palm Beach, Florida, you will find yourself in a vibrant community known for its coastal lifestyle and year-round pleasant climate. Beyond the hospital, you can enjoy the many amenities and cultural attractions the city has to offer. West Palm Beach provides an ideal balance between professional opportunity and quality of life, offering a dynamic setting where you can establish deep roots and enjoy a rich, rewarding experience outside of work.
Job Description
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.