Kennel Assistant - Emergency & Critical Care

Vravet; Gaithersburg, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle relief fund

Local hospital culture backed by nat’l

Job summary

Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Kennel Assistant - Emergency and Critical Care to support doctors and staff in delivering rapid, compassionate care. You will feed, exercise, and handle patients, maintain a clean hospital, and assist with restraints and daily clinical tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma, flexibility for shifts, and the ability to lift moderately heavy animals while maintaining safety and client communication.

Qualifications

• Follows safety and sanitation protocols.
• Ability to work around sick animals and hazardous materials.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must be 18+ and capable of lifting moderately heavy animals.

Responsibilities

• Feed and care for animals as directed by veterinarians.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with pet restraint and handling.
• Keep hospital clean and sanitized; maintain cages and equipment.
• Monitor animal welfare and report unusual conditions.
• Communicate health recommendations to clients when appropriate.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Idexx Cornerstone

Job description

Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Kennel Assistant - Emergency and Critical Care to support doctors and staff in delivering rapid, compassionate care. You will feed, exercise, and handle patients, maintain a clean hospital, and assist with restraints and daily clinical tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma, flexibility for shifts, and the ability to lift moderately heavy animals while maintaining safety and client communication.