Entertain, interact with, and supervise groups of playful dogs. Must be patient and tolerant of active and excited dogs in general, loud barking and constant activity. Dog hair, muddy paws and poop pick-up are part of the job.
Experience working with dogs preferred but not required. We provide a course in dog handling and behavior.
Ability to multi-task and remain calm in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Able to remember multiple dog names and their individual personalities. Proactively stop rough or inappropriate interactions between dogs of all sizes and weights. Managing and maintaining order within large playgroups of dogs, actively monitoring for any aggressive or inappropriate behavior. Clean up of dog urine, feces and vomit as needed, vacuum, mop, wash dog dishes; overall cleaning and maintenance of the daycare. Able (and willing) to stand for long periods of time and be physically active throughout the shift. Our playgroups are active and require you to be engaged! We are seeking someone enthusiastic and self motivated.
(Bending, crouching, walking, and lifting is mandatory); this is a physically demanding job. Ability to lift 50 lbs with no restrictions.
Scheduling Requirements: Monday through Friday: Hours can vary - Full and Part Time shifts are available. Reliability is mandatory!
Compensation is $16 / Hour
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.
NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.
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.
