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Kennel Assistant

Ruskin Animal Hospital

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for a Kennel Assistant at Ruskin Animal Hospital in Ruskin, FL!

Are you passionate about animal care and eager to grow your career in the veterinary field? At Ruskin Animal Hospital, we believe in helping our team members achieve their full potential. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step, we provide the support and opportunities to help you succeed.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Kennel Assistant to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who wants to work hands-on with animals and develop their skills in a supportive, positive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily care for animals including feeding, watering, and exercising
  • Providing gentle and safe handling of pets.
  • Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and animal living areas
  • Monitor animal behavior and health, reporting any concerns to the supervisor
  • Administer medications as directed by veterinary staff
  • Assist with grooming and bathing of animals as needed
  • Maintain accurate records of animal intake, behavior, and medical treatments
  • Interact with pet owners and provide updates on their pets' well-being

Why Join Our Team?

At Ruskin Animal Hospital, we’re not just a workplace – we’re a family. We’re dedicated to fostering growth and providing opportunities for our team members. For Kennel Assistants, we offer the chance to grow into a Veterinary Assistant role.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: Starting at $14-$16/hour, based on experience.
  • Full-Time Benefits, including:
    • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
    • Discounted pet care.
    • Continuing education opportunities to support your career growth.
    • Scrub allowance after one year.
  • Opportunities to advance your skills and career within the hospital.
  • A close-knit, positive, and supportive team environment.

What Makes Us Unique:

  • Exposure to a wide range of cases and learning opportunities alongside multiple veterinarians.
  • State-of-the-art facilities, including a beautiful boarding center and a specialized feline thyroid treatment center (I-131 treatments).
  • A culture focused on teamwork, professional growth, and excellent patient care.

If you’re ready to start your journey in veterinary medicine or take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that’s as dedicated to your success as we are to our patients’ health!

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
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.
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Ruskin, Florida, United States

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