Vetevolve
Magruder Tabb Animal Clinic- Kennel Attendant
Yorktown, Virginia. Posted 2 months ago
The role
The Kennel Attendant maintains the health, comfort, and safety of hospitalized and boarding pets. This role supports the veterinary team in daily hospital operations and ensures the facility is clean and organized.
What you will do
- Provide daily care for boarded animals including feeding, watering, walking, bathing, and monitoring behavior and health.
- Provide care to hospitalized patients when directed and supervised by the medical team.
- Safely transport animals between kennels, exam rooms, and the lobby.
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with restraint, positioning, and minor procedures.
- Follow feeding, medication, and exercise instructions for boarding pets.
- Monitor and report health or behavioral changes in animals to leadership or the medical team.
- Maintain cleanliness, disinfection, and organization of all kennels, runs, and facility areas.
- Support client experience by greeting owners, answering phones, and assisting with belongings.
- Assist in completion of daily opening, closing, and cleaning checklists.
- Manage inventory of cleaning and kennel supplies and report replenishment needs.
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and compassionate animal care
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely handle animals up to 150 pounds
- Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods
Nice to have
- Previous experience in a kennel, animal care, or boarding facility
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Access to employee assistance program
About the company
VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. They combine clinical insight with operational strength to support their teams.