Animal Care Kennel Assistant — 4‑Day Week, Weekend Shifts

Community Veterinary Partners; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Veterinary Partners is seeking a full-time Kennel position in Davie, FL. The role requires handling and caring for animals, including restraining them when necessary, with shifts that include weekends and holidays.

The pay range is $15.00 to $16.00 per hour, and the team emphasizes high standards of veterinary care and collaboration among doctors, technicians, and support staff. The ideal candidate will be 18+, enjoy working with animals, stay calm during medical crises, and maintain a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Enjoy working with animals and stay calm when they are stressed, ill, or in pain.
• Remain calm and efficient during medical crises.
• Approach duties maturely and responsibly.
• Physical effort includes lifting and carrying animals (assistance provided for >40 lbs).
• Work environment may include odors, noises, and animal waste; potential bites/scratches/diseases.

Responsibilities

• Handle and restrain animals as required (dogs, cats, etc).
• Provide care for animals in the hospital and report signs of illness or injury.
• Ensure cages/animals are identified properly.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels.
• Perform general cleaning to prevent disease spread.
• Empty trash receptacles.
• Record basic medical notes (bath, nail trim, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal handling

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Hygiene awareness

Job description

Community Veterinary Partners is seeking a full-time Kennel position in Davie, FL. The role requires handling and caring for animals, including restraining them when necessary, with shifts that include weekends and holidays.

The pay range is $15.00 to $16.00 per hour, and the team emphasizes high standards of veterinary care and collaboration among doctors, technicians, and support staff. The ideal candidate will be 18+, enjoy working with animals, stay calm during medical crises, and maintain a