Husbandry Kennel Assistant, GCVS

Husbandry Kennel Assistant

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is the premier destination for comprehensive specialized care for companion animals. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we collaborate with the veterinary community to ensure the highest standards of care. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility boasts cutting‑edge diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, complemented by a team of passionate veterinary specialists and dedicated staff.

At GCVS, we specialize in a wide range of veterinary services, including emergency and critical care, anesthesia and pain management, avian and exotics, cardiology, dermatology and allergy, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, sports medicine and rehabilitation, and surgery and orthopedics.

We pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide and on our commitment to our team members. We offer an outstanding benefits package, including competitive salaries based on experience. Our benefits encompass essential elements such as paid time off, comprehensive health insurance, a 401K profit‑sharing program, paid holidays, a rewarding incentive program, discounted pet services and supplies, and much more.

The Husbandry Kennel Assistant provides quality and compassionate care to all GCVS patients. Duties include maintaining cleanliness, assisting Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, Client Patient Coordinators, and Veterinarians with daily tasks, and communicating effectively with the team. The role requires a dependable, high‑energy individual who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a high‑stress, fast‑paced environment.

$14 – $16 per hour, depending on experience.

• Full Time – Monday to Thursday, 12 pm–8 pm
• Friday – 10 am–6 pm

• Perform all hospital laundry, including washing, drying, folding, and restocking bedding, towels, and related materials.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and runs according to hospital protocols.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store food and water dishes, litter boxes, and e‑collars.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of indoor and outdoor dog walk and relief areas, including waste removal and disinfection.
• Provide daily husbandry care for the hospital’s feline donor colony, including cleaning enclosures, feeding, enrichment activities, and monitoring overall well‑being.
• Observe animals for changes in behavior, appetite, or condition and report concerns to veterinary or supervisory staff.
• Assist veterinary technicians and doctors with safe patient handling and restraint as needed.
• Follow all infection control, safety, and biosecurity protocols at all times.
• Ensure kennel and husbandry supplies are stocked, organized, and properly maintained.
• Assist as needed with inventory, facilities, emergency, and ICU/IMC teams.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team to support patient care and hospital operations.

• Experience with companion animals, providing basic needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to thrive under pressure and make informed decisions in fast‑paced situations.
• A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to patient well‑being.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) required; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

• 401(k) with matching.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life and Disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program and discounts (including Pet Discount).
• Professional development and tuition assistance.
• Uniform stipend.
• Retirement plan.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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.