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Kennel Assistant

Kennel Assistant

Southern Veterinary PartnersSacramento, CA, US
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Kennel Assistant

At Sacramento Animal Hospital, we have been providing trusted veterinary care since 1941. Our full-service medical center specializes in the treatment of dogs and cats, offering services such as wellness and preventive care, dental care, diagnostics, and surgery. We are proud to be an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) since 1995.

Our mission is to work as a team to provide the highest quality care to both our patients and their people, with compassion in a friendly and comfortable setting. We strive to promote preventive care and education in our community, ensuring that every patient and client receives personalized attention.

Located in the heart of Sacramento, our hospital is easily accessible and deeply connected to the community. Sacramento offers a vibrant cultural scene, numerous parks, and a rich history, making it a wonderful place to live and work. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities along the American River Parkway or exploring the diverse culinary landscape, Sacramento provides a dynamic backdrop for both personal and professional growth.

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and are looking to join a dedicated team that values trust, compassion, and personalized care, we would love to welcome you to Sacramento Animal Hospital!

Responsibilities

The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. A day in the life of a Kennel Assistant :

  • Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds.
  • Feed hospitalized animals and boarders.
  • Monitor and record important information about the animals conditions, behavior, and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
  • Walk animals three times a day.
  • Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician / Assistant of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
  • Clean treatment, exam, surgery, and lab areas daily.
  • Maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat.
  • Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Assistant with restraint and treatment of animals.
  • Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
  • Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist, and Veterinarian Technicians / Assistants in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients, and service to the clients.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED preferred.
  • Flexible schedule including some weekend / holiday shifts.
  • Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment, and be able to manage stressful situations.
  • Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
  • Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.
  • Previous experience as a kennel assistant

    • Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay starting at $18 / hr. based on experience
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only
  • Mission Pet Health offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
  • Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24 / 7
  • Discounted Veterinary Care
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
  • Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

    • About Mission Pet Health

    Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. Thats Mission Pet Health in a nutshell!

    We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. That belief still guides everything we dofrom mentorship to medicine to how we support our teammates.

    Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow which fuel us to drive a tangible, lasting impact for our teams, the communities we serve, and the pets we care for.

    So, whats in it for you at Mission?

  • Unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Benefits that buck the norm of the vet med industry
  • A culture where YOUR well-being comes first

    • Were on a mission to be the greatest veterinary company in the worldand wed love for YOU to be a part of it!

    Mission is one of the leading veterinary care organizations in the U.S., formed by the joining together of Southern Veterinary Partners and Mission Veterinary Partners. Our mission is to provide world-class support to hospital teams on a hyper-local basis. Our Home Office teams manage the back-end side of the business so our hospital teams can focus on what matters most the medicine and caring for their patients. Were based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of Mission is in our 850+ animal hospitals and 20,000+ teammates across the country. Founded on a deep commitment to clinical and operational excellence, weve earned recognition on prestigious workplace ranking lists such as Inc. 5000, U.S. News & World Report, and Newsweek. In fact, in 2024, Newsweek named SVP the #11 Most Loved Workplace in America, marking the companys third consecutive Top 25 ranking.

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