Veterinary Kennel Attendant

Warm Hearts Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Kennel Attendant to join our team! Warm Hearts is located in Henderson, NV, a suburb of Las Vegas recognized for its high quality of life. We are a full veterinary service hospital caring for dogs, cats, rabbits and many other small companions. We are equipped to handle surgical, dental, laser, wellness, and boarding care. Our staff understands how important the human-animal bond is so we are committed to ensuring the highest level of support, information, and service to our clients and patients. Warm Hearts prides themselves with longevity among the staff and providing a friendly and fun work environment.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Observe and report daily animal behavior, appearance, and activity for signs of illness or discomfort
• Safely and effectively handle and restrain animals 
• Walk hospitalized canines throughout the day to provide exercise and time for urine and bowel elimination 
• Provide timely meals to all hospitalized and/or boarding patients while ensuring correct dietary needs to each patient 
• Administer medications, provide post operative care, prepare samples for laboratory examination, collect specimens, clean instruments, and fill prescriptions as authorized by the Veterinarian
• Ensure that cages and animals are properly identified and that personal property (toys, blankets, leashes) are stored and labeled in respectable areas
• Clean, disinfect and maintain areas of the hospital as often as is necessary to ensure cleanliness and control the spread of disease
• Complete upkeep tasks like cleaning food and water bowls, and maintaining laundry 
• Demonstrate the ability to explain and educate clients on our services, procedures, and products

Qualifications and Skills: 

• At least 1 year of experience performing above duties
• High School Diploma/GED
• Confidence with animal behavior and proper animal restraint methods
• Use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency
• Take initiative on assigned tasks as well as accepting direction on given assignments
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Great attention to detail

Available Schedule: Full-time position

• We are open: M-F 8am-6pm
• Saturdays from 8am-12pm
• Closed Sundays

Benefits We Offer: 

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience ($15.00 - $16.00 per hour)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k company match
• Paid time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Professional development support
• Mental health assistance
• Employee discounts on veterinary services
• Scrub allowance
• Employee Referral Program
• Dedicated and compassionate work environment! 

Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you! 

Warm Hearts Veterinary Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Salary : $15 - $16