Kennel Assistant / Animal Care Attendant

Nob Hill Animal Clinic; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Hands-on training

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Nob Hill Animal Clinic in Plantation, FL is looking for a Kennel Assistant. This entry-level position offers invaluable exposure to veterinary operations, focusing on clinic cleanliness and the well-being of pets.

Applicants need to be hard-working and passionate about animals. The role includes tasks like feeding, exercising, and deep-cleaning spaces according to strict medical-grade standards. Competitive hourly pay, comprehensive health insurance for full-time members, and training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kennel, shelter, doggie daycare, or stable environment is a plus.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Reliability and passion for animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinic cleanliness and comfort for animals.
• Assist Technicians and Doctors as needed.
• Follow dietary instructions and provide care to animals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical stamina

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Location: Nob Hill Animal Clinic (Plantation, FL)

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Why Join the Nob Hill Team?

Want to break into the veterinary industry but don't know where to start? The best veterinary careers start right here.

At Nob Hill Animal Clinic, our Kennel Assistants and Animal Care Attendants provide the vital foundation for our entire hospital. You are the defender of clinic cleanliness and the ultimate provider of comfort for the pets staying in our care.

This is an entry-level position where you will gain invaluable, hands‑on exposure to hospital operations, medical equipment, and patient safety protocols. If you are hard‑working, obsessed with animals, and want a foot in the door at a state‑of‑the‑art clinic that loves to promote from within, we want to meet you!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Starting Hourly Pay
• Comprehensive Health Insurance packages (for full-time team members)
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Generous Employee Discounts for your own pets
• Hands‑on Training & Mentorship—we regularly train and promote our top‑performing kennel staff into Veterinary Assistant roles!

Your Role on the Floor

You are responsible for keeping our facility spotless, smelling fresh, and ensuring our boarded and hospitalized patients get first‑class hospitality.

Patient Comfort & Care

• Feeding & Exercising: Follow specific dietary instructions to feed patients, provide fresh water, and safely walk dogs in our designated outdoor areas.
• TLC: Monitor pet behavior, comfort anxious animals, and give them the extra love and attention they need during their stay.
• Bathing: Perform routine baths, nail trims, and coat brush‑outs as needed.

Hospital Cleanliness & Operations

• Sanitation: Deep‑clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, runs, cages, and common clinic spaces to strict medical‑grade standards (keeping odors at zero!).
• Laundry & Supplies: Manage the never‑ending mountain of clinic laundry and dishes, ensuring the medical team always has clean towels, blankets, and surgical gowns.
• Stocking: Keep clinic drawers, treatment areas, and lobbies fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Medical Support: Assist Technicians and Doctors with basic, low‑stress animal restraint or handling when extra hands are needed.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: None required! Previous experience in a kennel, shelter, doggie daycare, or stable environment is a plus, but we will fully train you.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 40 lbs, bend, kneel, and safely handle dogs of all sizes.
• Attitude: Reliability is key. We need someone detail‑oriented, proactive, and genuinely passionate about animal welfare.
• Language: Bilingual in English and Spanish is a major plus!
• Availability: Flexibility to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays.

How to Apply

Ready to build your foundation in animal medicine? Apply directly through this platform, or connect with us here:

Website: www.GQAnimalClinic.com

Email: [e-mail]

Nob Hill Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For the Kennel Assistant role, are you planning to open this up to part‑time students/flexible schedules, or are you strictly looking for a full‑time anchor to manage the facility's daily maintenance?