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VCA Animal Hospitals
Kennel Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$36,372 / year median in Virginia
+27% projected growth
Job Description
VCA Boulevard Animal Hospital is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to join our AAHA accredited, full service veterinary hospital. VCA Boulevard Animal Hospital has been helping pets in our area for more than 30 years. Kennel Assistant duties and responsibilities The goal of the Kennel Assistant is to keep the kennel facility running smoothly while ensuring the animals remain safe and well cared for. Some specific duties and responsibilities to incorporate into your job description for Kennel Assistant positions include: Providing food and water to animals according to care plans Cleaning the kennels and common areas Taking animals for walks and playing with them for enrichment Observing animals and noting any concerns with their behaviors or health Grooming and bathing the animals Administering medications or treatments to animals as directed by a Veterinarian Greeting customers, processing transactions and answering phone calls Documenting all care provided and any incidents that occur If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.