Kennel Assistant – Part-time – Spanaway, WA

Who We Are:

Spanaway Veterinary clinic has been proudly serving the greater Spanaway area for over 30 years. We have grown from a small community general practice to a thriving 4 doctor practice that sees dogs, cats, and exotics.

We are looking for a new part-time Kennel Assistant to support our Spanaway Hospital!

Please check us out at https://www.spanawayvet.com/

Who you are:

If you are dedicated to providing exceptional service to patients and colleagues and are looking for the next step in your Veterinary Hospital career we want to meet you.

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

·         Provide veterinary husbandry (e.g. bedding, cage turnover, food/water, litter, laundry, dishes)

·         Support our patient care team in a dynamic environment

·         Assist with cleaning of hospital and grounds as assigned

·         Assist with replenishing supplies in all areas of hospital as assigned

Basic required qualifications:

·         Calm, professional demeanor

·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·         Reliable time management and problem-solving skills; working efficiently and effectively throughout the hospital

·         Multi-task various duties and responsibilities in a timely and reliable manner, with appropriate follow-through and accuracy

·         Understand and follow established hospital processes and procedures

·         Able to work well independently as well as with a team

Work schedule:

·         Part Time

·         Weekend Availability Required

·         Some Holidays Required 

 Compensation - $15.75 - $16.00/hr

NVA is a growing community of general practice clinics, emergency hospitals, equine practices, specialty hospitals, and pet resorts across five countries. Our doctors and animal care teams share best practices, medical knowledge, innovation, and insights. This collaborative approach allows each individual practice and pet resort to do what they do best: service their local community with compassionate, best-in-class care and medicine, to enhance the lives of the animals they love while backed by the support, stability, and leadership of NVA. 

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA 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, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.