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Kennel Assistant

Riverview Animal Hospital

Job Description

Must be reliable, hard working, responsible, work well as part of a team, and have a desire to enrich the lives of our clients and their pets. 

Kennel Assistant Role Requirements

  • This position requires a large amount of cleaning, attention to detail is a must!
  • Veterinary hospital experience a plus
  • An employee in this position must have a sense of caring for animals 
  • Must be able to work in a team environment
  • Must be able to work weekends and evenings as needed
  • We are open to Full time or Part time applicants

Kennel Assistant Responsibilities

  • Various aspects of animal care including walking, feeding, and providing TLC!
  • Cleaning and maintaining kennels, cages, floors, dishes, and surgery instruments
  • Preparing Surgery instruments for sterlization and running sterilization equipment
  • Restocking
  • Assisting veterinarians, veterinary assistants and veterinary technicians as needed. 

The base hourly range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role and level of responsibilities. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a periodic bonus.

  • Position eligible for a periodic paw bonus
  • Position eligible for shift stipend

Benefits

* Paid holidays

* 401K Retirement with employer matching

* Health, Dental, and Vision insurance with a generous employer contribution

* Health Savings Account available

* Generous pet care benefits

* Paid Time Off (“PTO”)

* Team events and other local social activities

** For qualified candidates; benefits may vary based on experience and full vs part time

  • Accepting applications through 10/30/25
 
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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Durango, Colorado, United States

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