Kennel Attendant - Village Veterinary Clinic
About The Position
Where every tail wag, purr, and wet nose gets VIP treatment, and so do you. At Village Veterinary Clinic we’re not just a veterinary hospital—we’re a place where every pet is loved like family, and every team member plays a vital role in making that happen. We’re looking for a Full-Time or Part-Time Kennel Attendant to join our growing team and help us provide a clean, safe, and happy environment for the pets in our care. We’re looking for a dependable, animal-loving person to join our veterinary team as a Kennel Attendant. This role is hands-on and essential to the daily care of our patients and boarded pets. If you’re comfortable working around animals of all sizes and don’t mind getting a little messy, we’d like to hear from you. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone considering a career in veterinary medicine or animal care. The work can be fast-paced and physical, but it’s also rewarding. You’ll play an important role in keeping our patients safe, comfortable, and well cared for. Why you'll love us: Team First Culture - We value every team member like gold, creating a supportive and caring environment. Cutting-Edge Care with Heart - Our full-service hospital offers advanced medicine and services like wellness care and surgery, all delivered with genuine compassion. Growth & Teamwork Culture - We believe in building strong relationships, embracing teamwork over ego, and constantly learning and leveling up together.
Requirements
- A genuine interest in animal care and welfare
- Comfortable handling animals safely and calmly
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work weekends & holidays if scheduled
- Good attention to detail and strong cleaning standards
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in animal care is helpful but not required. We’re happy to train the right person.
Responsibilities
- Feed, water, and monitor dogs, cats, and other small animals
- Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and common areas
- Walk dogs and provide safe exercise and enrichment
- Monitor animals for signs of stress, illness, or injury and report concerns to veterinary staff
- Assist veterinary technicians and doctors when needed
- Wash bedding, dishes, and maintain a clean, organized facility
- Greet pet owners in a friendly, professional manner when required
Benefits
- Experience working in a veterinary setting
- The opportunity to learn basic animal care and handling skills
- A supportive team environment
- Employee pet care discounts (if applicable)
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Free virtual mental health support
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
