Kennel Assistant Oak Animal Hospital - 3.0 Vacaville, CA Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Animal health monitoring Companion animal handling Pet care sanitation protocols Pet health monitoring Animal behavior Animal enclosure cleaning Veterinary procedure assistance Dog handling Patient care Stocking Clean workspace maintenance Communication skills Entry level Under 1 year Time management Healthcare facilities housekeeping Pet care facility disinfecting

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$17.00 per hour Do you have a passion for animals and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for a dependable, hardworking, and compassionate Kennel Assistant to join our veterinary team! As a Kennel Assistant, you'll play an important role in providing exceptional care to our patients while helping keep our hospital clean, organized, and running smoothly. Responsibilities Provide daily care for hospitalized pets. Monitor pets for changes in behavior or overall well-being and report concerns to the veterinary team. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized hospital environment. Launder bedding and keep treatment and kennel areas stocked and tidy. Assist veterinary assistants and technicians with patient restraint and basic animal care as needed. Safely handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments. Ensure all patients receive compassionate, attentive care throughout their stay. Qualifications A genuine love for animals and a strong commitment to their well-being. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and cleaning. Dependable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and time management skills. Previous experience working with animals is preferred but not required—we're happy to train the right candidate! What We Offer Competitive starting pay of $17.00 per hour Hands-on experience in veterinary medicine Supportive and friendly team environment Opportunities to learn and grow within the veterinary field Employee discounts on veterinary services and products If you're enthusiastic about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and start your veterinary career with us!

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