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Provide compassionate care for pets
Monitor and report physical signs of hospitalized/boarded pets
Maintain hospital facilities including cleaning cages, runs, boarding area, break room & bathroom.
Feed and care for hospitalized/boarded pets as needed
Must be comfortable handling dogs, cats and occasionally other small animals
Exercise hospitalized/boarded dogs as needed
Bathe pets as needed/required
Maintain laundry
Wash and sanitize pet dishes
Perform other duties as assigned Skills and Basic Qualifications
Prior experience with animals, personal or professional, required
Basic veterinary medical knowledge, including products and services preferred
Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and still attend to details
Work Authorization required for candidates under 18 years of age

Hours & Pay:

Typical shifts 6:30am-8:30am or 4:30pm-7pm.

Compensation range for this position:

$15-16.50 Depending on experience. Accepting applications through 4/15/26 or until the position is filled. 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 hiringhub@nva.

com. 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. < Back to search results Apply now

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Kennel Assistant

Veterinary Assistant / Client Service Representative