Kennel Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Orange Park, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA All Animal Hospital in Orange Park, FL is seeking a caring and dependable Kennel Attendant (Animal Care Attendant) to join their team. This role offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals who love working with animals and desire to be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment. The position is crucial for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable hospital environment, as sanitation is essential for the health and recovery of pets. VCA is committed to supporting its team members with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within the VCA network. VCA Animal Hospitals is a leader in veterinary care, dedicated to positively impacting pets, people, and communities through a wide range of services from primary to emergency and specialty care. They provide world-class medicine and hometown care to over four million pets annually, investing in cutting-edge tools, training, and technology. The company boasts a talented team of 35,000 Associates, including nearly 7,000 veterinarians, nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians, and over 10,000 veterinary assistants, all focused on delivering the best medical care to pets.

Requirements

• A self-motivated, dependable individual who takes pride in their work and can stay on task independently
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• A genuine love for animals and a desire to provide excellent care
• Interest in growing within a veterinary setting

Nice To Haves

• Experience in animal care, boarding, or a veterinary hospital
• Entry-level technician assistant skills such as safe animal restraint, basic lab preparation, and assisting with patient care

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize cages, kennels, and treatment areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Feed and care for dogs and cats with compassion and attentiveness
• Walk dogs and monitor their comfort and well-being
• Bathe dogs as needed
• Help with laundry and overall hospital cleanliness
• Keep all areas of the hospital neat, organized, and welcoming
• Support Doctors and Veterinary Technicians when needed

Benefits

• competitive pay
• great benefits for eligible employees
• medical and dental insurance
• generous personal pet care discounts
• opportunities to learn and grow within the VCA network
• competitive compensation
• comprehensive benefits package
• medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees