Compassionate Pet Care Attendant - Resort & Kennel

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Pet care discounts

Career growth

Job summary

VCA La Mirada is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Attendant to provide daily care for pets staying in our Resort, including boarding and medical boarding patients. You will work closely with our Resort and Medical teams to ensure attentive, individualized care throughout their stay.

Responsibilities include feeding, medications, monitoring wellbeing, and maintaining clean facilities. This full-time role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within the veterinary field.

Qualifications

• Prior experience caring for animals preferred; veterinary, boarding, daycare, shelter, or kennel work is a plus.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments.
• Reliable, dependable, and a good team player.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow hospital protocols and Fear Free practices.
• Ability to stand long periods, walk dogs, and lift/carry supplies.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, walk, bathe, and provide enrichment per individual care plans.
• Administer medications as directed within hospital protocols.
• Monitor pet wellbeing and report changes to the medical team.
• Maintain clean, safe kennels and Resort areas.
• Document patient care and observations accurately.
• Assist with Resort intake, discharge, and daily operations.
• Support medical staff with occasional holding and cleaning.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Fear Free handling

Job description

VCA La Mirada is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Attendant to provide daily care for pets staying in our Resort, including boarding and medical boarding patients. You will work closely with our Resort and Medical teams to ensure attentive, individualized care throughout their stay.

Responsibilities include feeding, medications, monitoring wellbeing, and maintaining clean facilities. This full-time role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within the veterinary field.