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Kennel Assistant

River Forest Animal Hospital

Job Description

About Us:

River Forest Animal Hospital is a well estabished, full service companion animal hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care/procedures. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of our client's pet. Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventative care for young, healthy pets, as well as early detection and treatment of diseases in senior pets. At River Forest Animal Hospital we utilize up-to-date technology in our modern treatment area, surgical suite and brand new dental suite. We hope you consider joining our diverse, friendly and supportive team today! 

About You:

You must have experience working closely with animals and a desire to learn more about animal health care.

You must have experience handling animals and understand the basics of animal restraint.

You must enjoy collaborating with a team to provide outstanding veterinary care.

You can execute basic kennel duties such as walking, feeding, administering medication, bathing, trimming nails, and monitoring pets.

You can tackle basic housekeeping duties such as cleaning kennels, sweeping and mopping, laundry.

You have sterilized surgical packs and gowns or are willing to learn.

You have a flexible schedule and are available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and occasionally work a 12hr shift.

Benefits for full time employees include:

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401k

Medical/dental/vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

For more information about our hospital, visit https://www.riverforestvet.com

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

 

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Weekend availability

 

Education:

 

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

 

Experience:

 

  • Kennel experience: 2 years (Required)

 

Shift availability:

 

  • Night Shift (Required)
  • Day Shift (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person

 
 
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.
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Location:

River Forest, Illinois, United States

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