Kennel Assistant, Temporary

SAGE Veterinary Centers | Concord, CA

Compensation: $18.00–$22.00/hour, depending on experience
Employment Type: Part - Time, Temporary
Schedule: Mon-Wed or Wed-Fri 10:00am-6:30pm
Assignment Duration: 3 Months
Location: Concord, California

Love animals? Join our team and make a difference in their care!

SAGE Concord is hiring a Temporary Kennel Assistant for a part-time, three-month assignment at our Emergency and Specialty veterinary hospital.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized environment, and wants to gain experience in veterinary medicine.

You'll work alongside veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), and experienced veterinary professionals while helping maintain a safe, comfortable environment for hospitalized pets.

Previous veterinary experience is preferred but not required!

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kennels, patient housing, treatment areas, and hospital workspaces.
• Perform laundry, dishwashing, and general hospital cleaning duties.
• Feed hospitalized pets and assist with basic patient care as directed.
• Monitor patient comfort and report concerns to the veterinary team.
• Stock and organize treatment rooms, exam rooms, and medical supplies.
• Assist with safe animal handling and restraint under appropriate supervision.
• Follow hospital cleaning, infection prevention, and safety protocols.
• Support Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and veterinarians with daily hospital operations.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for patients, clients, and staff.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and commitment to compassionate patient care.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization.
• Dependability, a positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfort working around dogs, cats, and hospitalized veterinary patients.
• Ability to multitask and stay productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Availability to work full-time for the three-month assignment.

Preferred but Not Required:

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, kennel, boarding facility, or dog daycare.
• Familiarity with animal handling, restraint, and basic animal care.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a specialty and emergency veterinary hospital.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals.
• Exposure to veterinary hospital operations and patient care.
• Professional learning and development opportunities.

About SAGE Concord

SAGE Concord is a 24/7 Emergency and Specialty veterinary hospital serving pets and families throughout Concord and the surrounding East Bay communities.

Our hospital brings together experienced veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and support professionals across multiple specialty and emergency departments.

Our Kennel Assistants play an important role in keeping the hospital clean, organized, and ready to provide exceptional patient care.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through collaboration, education, and exceptional patient care.

We believe every team member plays an important role in the patient experience, and we value individuals who bring compassion, accountability, and a strong work ethic to their work.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a temporary, full-time Kennel Assistant position in Concord, CA, and enjoy working with animals in a team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the SAGE Concord team for this three-month assignment!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.