Kennel Assistant - East Riverside Veterinary Hospital

Mission Pet Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

East Riverside Veterinary Hospital, a full-service small animal clinic in the New Orleans area, is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join a seven-DVM team. You will care for boarding and daycare pets, monitor health, maintain a clean facility, and support daily operations with a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes compassionate animal care, strong teamwork, and willingness to cross-train in other hospital areas including lab and patient care assistance. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for animals and dedication to their welfare.
• Strong communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Reliability, hardworking nature, and ability to manage tasks in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Personalized Care: primary caregiver for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring correct food, exercise, and attention.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: monitor behavior and habits, promptly notify medical team of concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas, runs, and exterior grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborate with the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Team player

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Willingness to cross-train

Job description

Welcome to East Riverside Veterinary Hospital, your full-service small animal clinic rooted in the vibrant New Orleans community. Since 2022, our mission has been to provide comprehensive veterinary care while treating every patient like our own. The community acknowledges this commitment, giving us an exceptional 4.8-star Google rating. We seek dedicated professionals ready to join our seven-doctor team and succeed in an environment built on skill and compassion.Joining East Riverside Veterinary Hospital means becoming part of a highly skilled group of teammates committed to elevating patient care. With seven DVMs, you will find consistent support and collaboration, allowing you to focus on your specific areas of expertise. Our extensive operating hours—open seven days a week until 8 PM on weekdays—reflect our commitment to serving the community, but also offer flexible scheduling opportunities that help you achieve your career goals and do your best work.You will practice high-quality, comprehensive medicine here, spanning the full spectrum of small animal care. Our services are robust, including Urgent Care capabilities to address critical needs within the community. We provide advanced medical opportunities across surgical procedures, testing and diagnostics, and specialized Advanced Care options. This commitment to clinical excellence ensures you have the tools and resources necessary to handle complex cases and continually grow your professional skills.Beyond the clinic walls, you will discover the unparalleled culture of New Orleans, LA. This is a city famous worldwide for its unique music, history, and culinary excellence. Located in a historic and accessible neighborhood, East Riverside Veterinary Hospital gives you the ideal opportunity to build your career while enjoying the richness of Louisiana life. If you are looking for a place where history, community, and cutting-edge veterinary medicine meet, New Orleans offers the perfect backdrop for your continued success.

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.
• Willingness to cross-train in other areas of the hospital, including laboratory, pharmacy, and patient care assistance, is highly valued. We encourage team members to expand their skills and contribute to a collaborative, well-rounded team environment.

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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