Kennel Assistant - Evening Shift

Advanced Veterinary Medical Center; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Hands-on veterinary experience

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Advanced Veterinary Medical Center in El Sobrante, California, is seeking an Evening Kennel Assistant. This entry-level role involves cleaning, providing care for hospitalized pets, and assisting the veterinary team. Ideal candidates are dependable and passionate about animal care, with weekend availability required. Join a supportive environment offering hands-on experience and opportunities for growth. If you're motivated and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply to grow with us.

Qualifications

• Dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individual.
• Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the veterinary field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily hospital tasks and animal handling.
• Clean and sanitize kennels and treatment areas.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and report changes to the medical team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Strong work ethic

Compassionate communication

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

IDEXX Neo software

Job description

Evening Kennel Assistant

Advanced Veterinary Medical Center is urgently hiring an Evening Kennel Assistant to join our growing veterinary team in El Sobrante, California. We are a fast-paced, multi-doctor veterinary hospital open 7 days a week and dedicated to providing exceptional medical care and compassionate service to our patients and clients. We are seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a team-focused environment and is passionate about animal care. This is an entry-level position. Previous veterinary experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate who is eager to learn and grow within the veterinary field. Weekend availability is required, and hours may expand over time.

Position Overview

As a Kennel Assistant, you will play an essential role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients while supporting the veterinary team with daily hospital operations. This position is ideal for someone who is motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in a high-energy clinical environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist doctors and technicians with daily hospital tasks and animal handling.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, runs, treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgery areas.
• Provide clean bedding, fresh water, and litter pans for patients.
• Feed hospitalized pets and assist with administering medications as directed.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, laundry, towels, gowns, and equipment.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital and grounds.
• Follow daily disinfection and sanitation protocols.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and report changes in condition or behavior to the medical team.
• Restock hospital supplies and maintain organized work areas.
• Assist with patient monitoring during anesthesia procedures when needed.
• Support the team with additional duties as assigned.

Standard Expectations:

• Maintain professionalism and compassionate communication with clients, patients, and coworkers.
• Uphold high standards of sanitation, safety, and sterile technique.
• Work efficiently in fast-paced and high-stress situations.
• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a positive attitude.
• Accept constructive feedback professionally and contribute to a supportive team culture.
• Follow hospital procedures, policies, and standard operating protocols.
• Comfortable using digital platforms including IDEXX Neo, Gmail, and Google Drive.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous veterinary or animal care experience highly preferred.
• Experience with IDEXX Neo software and IDEXX laboratory systems is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the veterinary field.
• Ability to multitask and work independently when needed.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent work ethic.
• Must be able to lift and move 50+ pounds.
• Weekend availability required.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, and cleaning throughout the shift. Candidates must be comfortable performing physically demanding tasks in a veterinary hospital setting.

Why Join AVMC?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on veterinary experience
• Fast‑paced and rewarding workplace
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Meaningful work caring for pets in our community

If you are compassionate, motivated, and eager to be part of a dedicated veterinary team, we encourage you to apply today and grow with Advanced Veterinary Medical Center.