What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Parvin Animal Clinic?
Parvin Animal Clinic is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our kennel team plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients, clients, and staff.
In this role, you will focus primarily on janitorial and housekeeping responsibilities, helping ensure that kennels, treatment areas, and common spaces remain sanitized, organized, and fully stocked with supplies.
This position is ideal for individuals who are self-motivated, detail-oriented, enjoy cleaning and organization, and thrive in a team-focused environment.
This is also a great opportunity for candidates who are newer to the veterinary field and eager to gain hands-on experience while learning from an experienced team.
Candidates should be reliable, friendly, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced veterinary hospital environment.
Schedule
This is a full-time position with availability needed:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Rotating Saturdays
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
- Compensation: $11-13 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 1 year of kennel or animal handling experience
- Commitment to a career in veterinary medicine with ongoing training
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Boarding Feline medicating, care, cage maintenance
- Boarding Canine medicating, care, walking/kennel maintenance
- Record-keeping
- Patient restraint / light tech assisting
About Parvin Animal Clinic
Parvin Animal Clinic is a well-established, full-service small animal hospital located in Spanish Fort, Alabama.
As a three-doctor practice, we provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventative care for pets of all ages. Our doctors and support staff work closely together to deliver thoughtful, personalized care in a welcoming, community-focused environment.
At Parvin Animal Clinic, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while fostering a supportive, team-oriented workplace. Every member of our team plays an important role in helping us build lifelong relationships with pets and the families who love them.
*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicants education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.
**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.
WVP 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.