Kennel Attendant

Overnight Animal Care Attendant/Cleaning Full‑Time | Overnight Shift (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM) Mesa Veterinary Hospital – Golden, CO Why Mesa? We are a busy, 9‑doctor veterinary practice seeking a dedicated, detail‑oriented, and compassionate team member to join our overnight crew. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive environment for both our patients and staff while assisting with animal care and medical support. If you love animals, you’re already halfway there! Prior experience is a plus but not required — we provide on‑the‑job training for motivated individuals who are eager to learn. Key Responsibilities Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of kennels, exam rooms, treatment areas, and common spaces Maintain and restock cleaning supplies according to safety and hygiene standards Properly dispose of waste materials and follow hazardous material protocols Assist with animal care, including: Feeding, walking, bathing, and maintaining clean living spaces Administering medications Monitoring vital signs IVC and infusion pump troubleshooting Assist certified veterinary technicians with: Animal restraint Patient monitoring Catheter placement Safely restrain animals when necessary Work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment Qualifications & Skills Comfortable working with a variety of animals (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions Excellent communication skills Patient, caring, and dependable personality Current or former pet ownership preferred Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 lbs Schedule Overnight shift: 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM Four nights per week for full time. Two to three nights per week for part time. Must be available to work weekends Some holidays required Compensation Starting at $17.00+ per hour, based on experience Benefits Competitive pay based on skills and experience. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (some plans include free outpatient mental health care) Generous CE allowance + paid CE time Uniform allowance Pet care discounts for your personal pets PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources A 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Pay Range USD $17.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr