Kennel Assistant

Mission Pet Health; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Northlake Veterinary Hospital in Mandeville, LA is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring their safety and comfort while supporting the veterinary team in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires physical ability to lift 50+ lbs, a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays, and strong communication. Prior kennel experience is preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for animals and commitment to welfare.
• Reliable, hardworking with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, good judgment, ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• Physical capacity to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically active duties.
• Flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets to ensure comfort and safety.
• Be the eyes and ears of animal health, monitoring behavior and notifying the medical team of concerns.
• Create a safe, clean environment by maintaining kennels, runs, and outdoor areas.
• Ensure operational excellence by managing inventory and collaborating with the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliable & hardworking

Communication skills

Stressful situations

Physical strength

Job description

For over three decades, Northlake Veterinary Hospital has defined comprehensive veterinary care in Mandeville, Louisiana. Since 1991, we have built a profound foundation of trust, reflected by our excellent 4.8-star Google rating from the community we serve. We pride ourselves on offering full-service medical support, encompassing diagnostics, advanced care, surgery, and urgent care, ensuring we are prepared for every aspect of a pet’s health journey. If you are looking for a hospital where you can immediately step into a high volume of complex cases and grow your clinical expertise alongside six skilled veterinarians, this is the environment where you can truly do your best work. When you join Northlake, you become part of a committed network focused entirely on your success. We understand that career fulfillment comes from continuous learning and strong mentorship. You will be supported in reaching your specific professional goals, whether that means pursuing credentialing as a technician, stepping into leadership, or simply deepening your clinical knowledge. Our network provides access to internal specialty consultations, dedicated continuing education resources, and programs designed to help every teammate feel respected, educated, and ready to advance in their career. The scope of medicine at Northlake Veterinary Hospital is highly robust, built to serve the critical needs of the Mandeville community seven days a week. We operate with extensive hours, offering care from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily, including dedicated urgent care hours on Sundays, ensuring a consistent flow of complex and emergent cases. Our dedication to pet wellness goes far beyond preventative visits, actively incorporating advanced care, thorough testing and diagnostics, and complex surgical procedures to provide definitive outcomes for our patients. You will be instrumental in delivering this comprehensive, high-level medical support. Mandeville offers a desirable Louisiana lifestyle nestled right on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Located just across the Causeway from the New Orleans metropolitan area, you gain the benefit of excellent local living while still having access to world-class dining, culture, and entertainment just a short drive away. This community is known for its high quality of life, offering beautiful recreational opportunities and a welcoming environment perfect for individuals and families looking to set down roots in a scenic and supportive community while practicing high-quality medicine.

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.