Canine Daycare Attendant

National Veterinary Associates; Bel Aire (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401K matching

Holiday pay

PTO

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading pet care organization in Kansas is seeking a dedicated caregiver for daycare and boarding services. Responsibilities include monitoring dog behavior, feeding, medicating pets, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates must have a passion for animals, be flexible with scheduling, and have experience in animal care. Competitive benefits include employee discounts, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in handling and caring for dogs and cats.
• Ability to monitor and record animal behavior.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor playgroups of daycare dogs and address issues.
• Feed and medicate boarding dogs and cats per instructions.
• Clean kennels and maintain facility hygiene.

Skills

Dog handling

Behavior monitoring

Cleaning and hygiene protocols

Ability to work flexible hours

Tools

Gingr facility software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor playgroups of daycare dogs, accurately identifying warning signs and intervening to prevent escalation
• Objectively record behavior concerns or incidents and report to supervisors
• Check-in incoming boarders, organizing belongings and setting up instructions for a comfortable stay
• Prepare outgoing boarders for dismissal, gathering belongings and cleaning pet as needed
• Feed and medicate boarding dogs and cats 2-3x per day as directed
• Use appropriate chemicals and tools to clean all occupied kennels according to established protocols
• Operate power washer or hoses to clean runs, floors, turf
• Read handling instructions and follow warning labels to ensure safety of all pets.
• Bathe and brush dogs, nail trims for dogs and cats
• Utilize Gingr facility software on phone, tablet, or PC for record keeping and task management
• Monitor inventory and supplies, alert supervisor when an order is needed.
• Complete task lists for daily, weekly, and monthly facility sanitation and upkeep

Schedule

Weekdays: Morning shift 6:45-12 or 1pm, Afternoon shift 1 or 2pm-6pm

Must have weekend and holiday availability

Benefits

Employee discount, 401K matching, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program

Full-time employees also receive: PTO, Group health insurance, Dental & Vision Benefits, Life & Disability Insurance.

About National Veterinary Associates (NVA)

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.

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.