Kennel Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Parvin Animal Clinic Family as a Kennel Assistant!

Do you love caring for animals and keeping things clean, cozy, and comfortable? Parvin Animal Clinic is looking for a dedicated Kennel Assistant to support our hardworking team and help us provide a safe, welcoming environment for pets and their families!

Our Kennel team plays a huge role in our success — you’re the heartbeat behind the scenes, making sure every patient feels safe, every space shines, and every team member has what they need to deliver amazing care.

What We're Looking For:

• Friendly, reliable, and team-oriented
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift and handle pets safely
• Previous kennel/animal handling experience is a plus, but not required

What You'll Do:

• Provide loving care for boarding and hospitalized pets
• Clean and sanitize kennels, treatment areas, and common spaces
• Walk, feed, bathe, and comfort pets
• Assist with stocking supplies and general clinic organization
• Support the veterinary team as needed

Schedule:

• Full-time or part-time
• 4/10 schedule
• Monday–Friday with rotating or intermittent weekends

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $11-13 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ year of kennel or animal handling experience
• Commitment to a career in veterinary medicine with ongoing training
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Boarding Feline – medicating, care, cage maintenance
  • Boarding Canine – medicating, care, walking/kennel maintenance
  • Record-keeping
  • Patient restraint / light tech assisting

At Parvin Animal Clinic we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality care to pets of all ages. We value creating a supportive, team-oriented workplace where each member contributes to our mission of building lifelong relationships with pets and their families.

*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.WVP 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.