Position: Kennel Assistant
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Schedule: AM and PM shifts required
Status: Full-time (30+ hours/week) eligible for benefits
Environment: Fast-paced animal care setting
We are seeking a reliable, hardworking Kennel Assistant to join our animal care team. This role is essential to maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients while providing routine care services.
Clean and maintain kennels, runs, cages, and treatment areas
Feed, water, and care for hospitalized and boarding patients
Walk dogs and provide basic enrichment as appropriate
Bathe animals as needed
Perform nail trims, ear cleanings, and anal gland expressions proficiently
Safely handle and restrain animals of various sizes and temperaments
Monitor patients for changes in behavior, appetite, or comfort and report concerns
Assist with laundry, dishes, and general cleaning duties
Support exam room and treatment teams as needed
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization
Proficiency in nail trims, ear cleanings, anal gland expressions, and bathing animals
Comfortable working with animals of all sizes and temperaments
Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
Must be on your feet most of the shift
Ability to lift and assist animals as needed
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Staff pet discounts on care, lab work, and food
Yearly $75 uniform allowance
Employee discounts
Opportunities for training and professional growth
If you enjoy hands-on animal care, take pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment, and work well as part of a team, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply: Please submit your resume and availability.
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•We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication•All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com•There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position 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.
At NVA General Practice, we’re on a mission to give every pet their best life. Our network of neighborhood veterinary clinics partners with pet parents to deliver high-quality medicine and individualized care to ensure the health and happiness of each patient. We believe pets are family and deserve the best possible care—every day, at every stage of their lives.
Since our founding nearly 30 years ago, we’ve channeled our passion and resources into improving the lives of animals and the people who love them. Today, we are a leading pet care provider with nearly 1,000 hospitals across the United States and Canada. Our dedicated team of over 25,000 members, including 5,000 veterinarians, cares for millions of animals annually through best-in-class medicine, products, and health services.
Together, as one team, we’re shaping the future of general practice medicine.
Learn more at https://gp.nva.com/
