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Kennel Assistant

Location Vacaville, California
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Category
Support Staff
Job ID
34813
Role Type
Part-time
Hospital
Oak Animal Hospital
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Pay: $17.00 per hour

Do you have a passion for animals and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for a dependable, hardworking, and compassionate Kennel Assistant to join our veterinary team!

As a Kennel Assistant, you'll play an important role in providing exceptional care to our patients while helping keep our hospital clean, organized, and running smoothly.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily care for hospitalized pets.
  • Monitor pets for changes in behavior or overall well-being and report concerns to the veterinary team.
  • Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized hospital environment.
  • Launder bedding and keep treatment and kennel areas stocked and tidy.
  • Assist veterinary assistants and technicians with patient restraint and basic animal care as needed.
  • Safely handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments.
  • Ensure all patients receive compassionate, attentive care throughout their stay.

Qualifications

  • A genuine love for animals and a strong commitment to their well-being.
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and cleaning.
  • Dependable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication and time management skills.
  • Previous experience working with animals is preferred but not required—we're happy to train the right candidate!

What We Offer

  • Competitive starting pay of $17.00 per hour
  • Hands-on experience in veterinary medicine
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Opportunities to learn and grow within the veterinary field
  • Employee discounts on veterinary services and products

If you're enthusiastic about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and start your veterinary career with us!

Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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