Kennel Attendant

Kennel Attendant The Veterinary Kennel Attendant is an introduction position for those interested in joining the veterinary field with little to no experience required. Employees in this position will help to support the hospital by following proper stocking and cleaning protocols, assist in animal husbandry and care, and receiving an introduction in animal restraint techniques.Kennel Attendant | $12.77/hrLocation: Short Pump, VAPart-Time | 3x8 hour shifts per week | Night shift$12.77/hr Join the Virginia Veterinary Centers, a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital, where you’ll build advanced ER/CC skills.Pay & Benefits for Kennel Attendants 

• $12.77/hr

• Free VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) access
• Veterinary Technician scholarship opportunities
• Employee pet discount

• 3, 8- hour shifts per week
• 6pm - 2am

• Transporting patients to and from the kennel for required bedding changes.
• While following proper hospital protocol, walking the patients in the designated areas outside.
• Ensuring that the patients are always comfortable and have access to water if not on NPO orders.
• Cleaning patient eliminations, spilled food, and other debris from the kennels.
• Practicing appropriate disinfection protocols in adherence to OSHA Standards.
• Administering oral medications to patients if asked by Licensed Technicians.
• Performing daily house-keeping and must complete a daily checklist regarding these duties.
• Learn appropriate restraint techniques to be able to assist in examinations, diagnostics, and procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and self-sufficient
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays with one weekend off a month.
• Strong client communication skills. 
• Works well on a team and provides the gold start quality of patient care.

About Virginia Veterinary Centers VVC recognizes the struggles of veterinary professionals. The culture of our hospital is one of our top priorities, we spend a lot of time training new employees, and our management is present. Work life balance is a key component to our team members. Most team members are off 2 weekends a month.We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for advancement. Experience is always a plus, but we are also willing to train and mentor new graduates. We recognize the importance of work/life balance and strive to provide a schedule conducive to maintaining a healthy work/life balance for all our employees.

About Ethos Veterinary HealthEthos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-classmedicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standardsare elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respectedveterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue togrow, clinically, professionally, and personally.At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highestlevel, together.Join UsAt Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.Equal Opportunity EmployerEthos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin,veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based onqualifications, competence, merit, and business need

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