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Kennel Attendant – Vista Veterinary Specialists
Pay: $17–$20/hour | Full‑Time | Monday–Friday (5×8 schedule)
Looking to start or grow your career in veterinary medicine? Vista Veterinary Specialists, a 24‑hour emergency and specialty hospital, is seeking a full‑time Kennel Attendant to support patient care, hospital operations, and our clinical teams. This is an excellent entry‑level veterinary role with hands‑on experience and clear pathways for advancement.
About Vista Veterinary Specialists
Vista Veterinary Specialists is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital providing advanced care in Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Radiology, and Cardiology. Our modern facility includes a full in‑house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasonography, on‑site CT, and endoscopy, allowing our teams to deliver exceptional, compassionate care.
About the Role
The Kennel Attendant is an integral part of the hospital team, responsible for patient husbandry, facility support, and assistance to doctors, technicians, and veterinary assistants. This role ensures a clean, safe, and well‑organized environment while supporting both inpatient and outpatient care.
Schedule
- Full‑Time
- Monday – Friday
- 5 days / 8‑hour shifts
Compensation
- $17.00 – $20.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level
Key Responsibilities & Common Procedures
- Assist veterinarians, technicians, and veterinary assistants with medical treatments and patient care for inpatients and outpatients
- Provide safe animal handling and restraint, demonstrating comfort working with dogs and cats
- Accurately transcribe and update patient documentation
- Assist with radiographs as requested, using proper restraint techniques and PPE
- Ensure the hospital remains fully stocked, including treatment areas and exam rooms
- Maintain a clean and safe hospital environment, including treatment areas, exam rooms, lobby, restrooms, laundry, and outdoor spaces
- Stock and maintain inpatient and treatment areas
- Support overall hospital operations in a team‑focused, positive manner
Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Ability to accurately follow written, oral, and diagram‑based instructions
- Effective communicator with strong attention to detail
- Basic customer service skills
- Experience with animal handling and restraint, demonstrating confidence and care
- Work history showing strong organization, time management, and accountability
- Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced veterinary environment
Growth Opportunity
This is an entry‑level veterinary position ideal for candidates looking to get their foot in the door in vet med. With successful performance, there are opportunities to grow into Veterinary Assistant, Emergency, or Specialty department roles.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive hourly pay
- Uniform allowance
- Team‑based hospital with a large open treatment area that supports collaboration
- Partnership with Purdue Veterinary Technology Program and scholarship opportunities
- Competitive Veterinary Assistant and RVT CE allowance
- VetBloom access: RACE‑approved CE, training, and curriculum library
- Health & wellness programs, including access to the League wellness app
- Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Salary : $17 - $20