Kennel Assistant

Greater Atlanta Veterinary Medical Group; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Teladoc access

Job summary

Greater Atlanta Veterinary Medical Group in Marietta, GA is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our small-animal practice. The role focuses on boarding and daycare care, ensuring the animals are fed, exercised, and safe while under our care.

The position requires physical stamina, reliability, and flexibility to work weekends or holidays as needed. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment dedicated to quality medicine and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals.
• Strong communication skills.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Love for animals

Communication skills

Lifting capacity

Job description

Greater Atlanta Veterinary Medical Group

Date Published

07-23-2026

Pay Class

Full-Time

Base Min.

$ 10

Base Max.

$ 15

Description & Requirements

Company Overview

We are looking for a passionate professional to join the Greater Atlanta Veterinary Medical Group in Marietta, GA. Our practice is built on a foundation of trust, quality medicine, and compassionate service to our clients and their small animal companions. The excellent care we provide is reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating, demonstrating the deep trust we have earned within the local community. If you seek an opportunity where you can genuinely connect with clients and do your best work every single day, this is the place for you.When you join our group, you become part of a network committed to your career success. We believe in providing robust support systems so all our teammates can grow professionally. This includes educational resources, mentorship opportunities, and programs designed to help you reach critical career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, mastering new surgical skills, or moving into a leadership position. We prioritize creating a working environment where every teammate feels supported and valued, allowing you to focus on providing exceptional patient care without unnecessary administrative stress.We are focused entirely on comprehensive small animal medicine, committed to diagnostic excellence and personalized patient plans. As part of a larger medical group, our veterinarians have continuous access to internal specialty consultations and resources, ensuring you can deliver high-level medical care even for the most complex cases. We equip our facility with the tools necessary to support superior outcomes, always encouraging our teammates to utilize the latest evidence-based techniques to achieve the best possible quality of medicine for our beloved patients.Marietta, Georgia, offers an exceptional quality of life that blends Southern hospitality with the convenience of a major metropolitan area. Located just northwest of Atlanta, you benefit from a vibrant historical downtown square, access to Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park for outdoor recreation, and excellent local dining and arts scenes. You will enjoy the charm and slower pace of a welcoming suburb while remaining close enough to Atlanta to enjoy major city amenities, ensuring you have the perfect balance of professional challenge and personal enjoyment.

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

• We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
• Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
• Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world‑class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper‑local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award‑winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian‑led, people‑focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [e-mail] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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