Animal Care Provider

Animal Care Provider (Kennel Assistant) – Full-Time 📍 Galveston Veterinary Clinic – Galveston, TX Do you love working hands‑on with animals and don’t mind getting a little dirty in the process? Are you dependable, hardworking, and comfortable in a physically active role? Galveston Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Full‑Time Animal Care Provider (Kennel Assistant) to support our medical team and ensure our patients receive excellent daily care and comfort. This is a vital role within our hospital. Animal Care Providers are responsible for the cleanliness, safety, and well‑being of our boarded and hospitalized pets. Weekend availability is imperative and required for this position. Key Responsibilities Animal Care & Patient Support Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarded animals, including feeding, watering, walking, and monitoring. Observe animal behavior and physical condition; promptly report signs of illness, injury, or distress to technicians or veterinarians. Walk dogs multiple times daily to allow for exercise and elimination. Bathe, groom, and provide TLC to animals as needed. Ensure animals are clean, comfortable, and fresh‑smelling prior to discharge. Properly identify animals, cages, and personal belongings (toys, blankets, leashes, treats). Medical & Technical Support Assist technicians and veterinarians, under supervision, with: Medication administration Post‑operative care Sample preparation and specimen collection Cleaning instruments and maintaining sanitary areas Apply knowledge of animal nutrition and provide special diets or fluids as directed. Exhibit working knowledge of veterinary products, diets, and medications; assist with client questions when appropriate. Cleaning, Sanitation & Facility Maintenance Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, cages, runs, wards, and stalls throughout the day. Wash and sterilize food and water bowls. Launder towels, bedding, and blankets. Perform general hospital cleaning to reduce disease transmission. Patrol hospital grounds, remove waste and trash, and maintain a clean exterior. Teamwork & Communication Work collaboratively with all hospital staff to support doctors, technicians, and management. Follow written and verbal instructions accurately. Maintain detailed records related to feeding schedules, behavior, and patient care. Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations. What We’re Looking For Genuine compassion for animals and a strong work ethic. Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and confidently. Comfort working around sick, injured, or anxious pets. Willingness to perform physically demanding and repetitive tasks. Ability to work independently while also taking direction. Prior kennel, animal care, or veterinary experience is a plus—but not required. Must be reliable and punctual. Physical & Work Requirements Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift throughout the shift. Lift up to: 50 lbs independently 100+ lbs with assistance Comfort working in environments with noise, odors, animal waste, and potential exposure to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases. Indoor work with occasional outdoor duties. Compliance with OSHA, DEA, and all state and federal animal health regulations. Schedule Full‑Time Weekend availability is required and non‑negotiable Hospital Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00am – 6:00pm | Sat: 8:00am – 1:00pm | Sun: Closed 📍 Location: On‑site at Galveston Veterinary Clinic 💲 Compensation: Competitive pay, based on experience Join a hardworking, compassionate team that takes pride in providing excellent care to the pets of Galveston. If you’re passionate about animals and ready to be an essential part of a veterinary hospital, we’d love to meet you. Apply today #J-18808-Ljbffr