
Kennel Assistant
Required skills
- patient husbandry
- patient care
- meals
- walks
- boarding patients
- administer medication
- monitor medical concerns
- monitor behavioral concerns
- detailed documentation
- sanitized
Nice to have
- veterinary kennel assistant
- kennel technician
- animal care
- boarding
- doggy daycare attendant
- FFA
Role summary
Silverado Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Kennel Assistant to support the veterinary team by caring for boarding patients. Responsibilities include providing meals, walks, administering medication, monitoring for medical/behavioral concerns, and maintaining sanitary conditions. The role requires attention to detail, organization, a strong work ethic, and the ability to handle animals safely. Previous animal care experience is preferred. The position offers competitive hourly pay, a flexible schedule including weekends, and a benefits package.
Silverado Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Kennel staff is dedicated to the care and comfort of our patients while providing critical support to the veterinary team.
In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital. You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.
This position is ideal for those who are self-driven, detail-oriented, enjoy cleaning and organization, and are committed to contributing to a team-focused environment.
Schedule and compensation:
Full-time Benefits Package*:
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Your qualifications:
Why choose Silverado Veterinary Hospital?
Silverado Veterinary Hospital has been a local favorite since 1979. Our growing multi-doctor team is supported by long-term RVTs and a cross-trained support staff. Our priority has always focused on quality medicine vs. finances, and we are seen as a “unicorn” practice in terms of the value of services offered to our Napa community. At SVH, you can expect state-of-the-art medical care and fantastic team collaboration. We believe in nurturing the human-pet bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and pets. We primarily see small animals, however, we’re also well-equipped to treat the occasional bird, reptile, pocket pet, or wild animal.
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Pay Range$17—$18 USDWestern Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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