Kennel Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Deerfield, Illinois, is seeking a full-time experienced kennel attendant. The role involves caring for animals, performing basic kennel duties, and maintaining a clean environment. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401k plan. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of kennel experience and a flexible schedule.

Benefits

Paid time off

401k

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of kennel experience.
• Flexible schedule for varied shifts including nights and weekends.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Execute basic kennel duties such as feeding, walking, and monitoring pets.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kennel environment.
• Sterilize surgical packs and gowns when required.

Skills

Animal handling

Team collaboration

Basic kennel duties

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

We are a 4 doctor, general practice veterinary hospital located in Deerfield, Illinois. Our state of the art facility features a surgical suite, full laboratory for in house diagnostics, a radiology suite with digital radiographs and ultrasonography, and a full kennel and indoor walking areas. We are seeking a full time experienced kennel attendant to join our team!

About You:

You must have experience working closely with animals and a desire to learn more about animal health care.

You must have experience handling animals and understand the basics of animal restraint.

You must enjoy collaborating with a team to provide outstanding veterinary care.

You can execute basic kennel duties such as walking, feeding, bathing, trimming nails, and monitoring pets.

You can tackle basic housekeeping duties such as cleaning kennels, sweeping and mopping, laundry.

You have sterilized surgical packs and gowns or are willing to learn.

You have a flexible schedule and are available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and occasionally work a 12hr shift.

Benefits for full time employees include:

Paid time off

401k

Medical/dental/vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

For more information about our hospital, visit https://www.burnhamparkvet.com/

Salary: $15.50 - $17.00 per hour

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Holidays

Monday to Friday

Night shift

Weekend availability

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Kennel experience: 2 years (Required)

Night Shift (Required)

Day Shift (Preferred)

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.