Kennel Assistant

Stewart Animal Clinic; Warrior (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Teladoc access

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Stewart Animal Clinic in Warrior, AL is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets in a supportive, team-focused environment. You will help ensure comfort, safety, and daily needs of our animal guests while working closely with a caring veterinary team.

We value reliability, a love for animals, strong communication, and the physical ability to lift 50+ lbs. Some weekends and holidays are required; prior kennel experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and commitment to their welfare.
• Reliable, hardworking, able to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, good judgment, and ability to handle stress.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs in a physically active role.
• Previous kennel assistant experience preferred; some weekends/holidays required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets.
• Be the eyes and ears of animal health, promptly notifying the medical team of concerns.
• Create a safe and healthy environment by maintaining kennels, runs, and outdoor areas.
• Ensure operational excellence by managing inventory and collaborating with the team.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliability

Communication skills

Physical strength

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Job description

Welcome to Stewart Animal Clinic in Warrior, AL, where the mission is clear: we treat your pets like our own. Since 1979, we have built a strong legacy of trust and comprehensive care for the Warrior community and beyond. This dedication is consistently reflected in our excellent 4.7-star Google rating, showing the genuine appreciation of our clients. If you are seeking an established and supportive environment where you can immediately step in and do your best work alongside an experienced team, this is your opportunity.Joining Stewart Animal Clinic means becoming part of a professional setting committed to helping every teammate succeed. We maintain a culture that supports your long-term career goals, whether you are expanding your medical skills or moving toward new areas of expertise. Our veterinarians work collaboratively alongside a dedicated team, ensuring complex cases receive thorough attention. We recognize that when we invest in your professional development, the entire hospital benefits, creating an environment where everyone can grow.Stewart Animal Clinic offers a diverse and comprehensive caseload that challenges and rewards our medical teammates daily. We are a full-service practice providing essential pet wellness and prevention, advanced care, robust testing and diagnostics, and critical surgical procedures, including urgent care. While we are strongly rooted in canine and feline medicine, you will also have the unique opportunity to provide care for pocket pets, ferrets, other small mammals, horses, and goats. This broad spectrum of services ensures that you can continually expand your clinical expertise.Located just off US Highway 31, Warrior, AL offers a welcoming community setting that provides a balanced lifestyle. As a stable part of the local healthcare infrastructure, Stewart Animal Clinic is ideally positioned to serve the diverse pet owners in this area. You will find that this location offers the accessibility necessary for your daily commute while providing the familiarity and comfort of a close-knit Alabama 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.

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.

Competitive Compensation

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

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.

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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