Kennel Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•Rohnert Park, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team as a Kennel Assistant. VCA Animal Hospitals is a leader in veterinary care, committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. They are a family of hometown animal hospitals dedicated to positively impacting pets, people, and communities. VCA provides primary care to emergency, urgent, and specialty care for over four million pets annually. The company invests in cutting-edge tools, training, and technology, and has a talented team of 35,000 Associates, including nearly 7,000 veterinarians, nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians, and over 10,000 veterinary assistants. VCA is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, striving to create an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to do their best work.

Responsibilities

Cleaning kennels
Feeding and caring for patients
Walking patients
Laundry
Cleaning and maintaining hospital premises
Assisting Doctors and Technicians when necessary
Stocking and unpacking goods

Benefits

Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability protection.
Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Leadership development and mentorship programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.