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Kennel Assistant

Location Denver, Colorado
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Category
Support Staff
Job ID
31035
Role Type
Full-time
Hospital
Overland Animal Hospital & Pet Resort
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Job description:

**Kennel Assistant**

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in the daily care and well-being of our animals, ensuring a safe and clean environment. As a Kennel Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing quality care for our furry friends.

**Responsibilities:**

- Provide food and water to animals according to schedules

- Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and animal areas

- Monitor the health and behavior of animals

- Administer medications as directed by veterinary staff

- Interact with pet owners and provide excellent customer service

- Digitally document and organize pet's belongings

- Work collaboratively with the resort team as well as the hospital team

**Skills:**

- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary

- Knowledge of animal behavior and handling

- Personal or professional experience with pets

- Familiarity with animal vaccines

- Strong customer service skills

- Passion for pet care and well-being

-detail oriented

-motivated, self-starter

**Requirements:**

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Previous experience in animal care - A minimum of one year as a Kennel tech or in the veterinarian field

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Ability to work well in a team setting

If you are passionate about animals and possess the necessary skills to excel as a Kennel Assistant, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our beloved pets every day. Accepting applications through 7/31/2026.

Job Types: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift

Base hourly Rate $19.29-$20.50

Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Tips

Work Days:

  • Every weekend
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday

Accepting applications through July 31, 2026-looking to fill position immediately

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.
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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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