Kennel Assistant

Job Description

Kennel Assistant


We are looking for a caring, reliable, and hardworking Kennel Assistant to join our team. If you love animals and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.


Key Responsibilities:

• Feed, water, and care for dogs, cats and exotics.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, runs, and common areas.
• Janitorial duties and maintenance of hospital.
• Exercise, walk, and monitor animals for their health and wellbeing.
• Bathing and nail trims
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Support the veterinary and kennel team with daily tasks.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with pet owners.

Requirements:

• Genuine love for animals and a compassionate attitude.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and breeds.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 20 kg (45 lbs), stand for extended periods, and perform cleaning duties.
• Willingness to work weekends, public holidays, and rotating shifts as required.
• Previous animal care experience is an advantage but not essential, as training will be provided.

What We Offer:

• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• The opportunity to work with animals every day.

If you're passionate about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for our team.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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.