Kennel Assistant

Pet Care Center, LLC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pet Care Center, LLC in Metairie, LA, seeks a dedicated Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring appropriate feeding, exercise, and safety. You will monitor animal health and keep the kennel areas clean and organized, while supporting the team with supplies and daily tasks.

The role suits someone with a genuine love for animals, reliable work ethic, and strong communication skills, able to handle a fast-paced environment and lift up to 50+ lbs.

Qualifications

• Love for animals and commitment to welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, good judgment, and calm under pressure.
• Willingness to lift 50+ lbs and perform active duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper food, exercise, and safety.
• Monitor animals’ health and alert medical team to any concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas, runs, and surrounding grounds.
• Manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and assist the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliable

Strong communication

Stress management

Physical strength

Job description

The Pet Care Center has served the Metairie community since 1958, building a legacy of comprehensive, high-quality care. We are honored to hold American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation, meaning we regularly meet or exceed the rigorous standards recognized worldwide as the benchmark for quality medicine. Only 15% of hospitals achieve this status, covering critical areas like surgery, diagnostics, and patient safety. This commitment to excellence is deeply appreciated by our community, reflected in our excellent 4.6-star Google rating. If you seek a supportive, established environment where you can focus on managing complex medical cases and truly grow your expertise, we invite you to do your best work here alongside our highly qualified teammates.We know that providing exceptional care requires exceptional support for all of our teammates. Joining our practice means stepping into a cohesive group of professionals, collaborating alongside seven DVMs, including a dedicated Lead Veterinarian. Our robust structure allows us to maintain the demanding AAHA standards across every aspect of the hospital, including surgical procedures, anesthesia, and comprehensive emergency services. We are open seven days a week until 11:00 PM, and our comprehensive coverage and team support ensure that you have the internal resources and communication channels needed to succeed in complex urgent care scenarios and long-term patient management.You will be working in a modern, full-service small animal environment dedicated to advanced care. We focus on providing detailed Wellness and Prevention services, advanced Testing and Diagnostics, and specialized Surgical Procedures. Our team manages a stimulating caseload by providing critical Urgent Care and Emergency services seven days a week, offering immediate support to the local New Orleans area and expanding your opportunity to manage diverse and demanding medical challenges. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical care available so your patients may experience a longer, healthier life through proactive and advanced treatment plans.Pet Care Center is conveniently located in Metairie, Louisiana, serving the immediate community and surrounding areas, including greater New Orleans. Metairie provides the comfortable accessibility and dedicated community feel of a major suburb while offering quick access to all the renowned cultural richness, diverse dining, and professional resources of the New Orleans metro area. You will find a strong, engaged pet-owning clientele that highly values the comprehensive, high-standard medical services we provide, allowing you to build lasting professional relationships and enjoy life in a vibrant Gulf Coast community.

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.

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