Lead Kennel Assistant

Missionvetpartners; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement options

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Missionvetpartners is seeking a Lead Kennel Assistant for Cedarcrest Animal Hospital in Acworth, GA. In this role, you will ensure excellent daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, manage admissions and discharges, and observe any health issues. Aiming to build lasting relationships with clients, you will be supported by a stable team focused on delivering quality veterinary care.

This position values your professional contributions and supports your growth through extensive benefits focused on stability and development.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Ability to monitor patient health and administer medications accurately.
• Must be committed to maintaining core values and mission statement.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care to boarding pets and hospitalized patients.
• Manage check-ins and check-outs of pets.
• Monitor patient health and report issues to the medical team.
• Administer medications and maintain a clean environment.
• Perform extra TLC playtimes, walks, or baths as needed.

Skills

Confidence around animals and pets

Knowledge of proper animal restraint techniques

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (in process or completed)

Job description

When you join Cedarcrest Animal Hospital in Acworth, GA, you become part of a commitment established in 2008: to deliver excellent veterinary medicine and build lasting relationships with both clients and teammates. Our vision centers on empowering every individual to succeed and grow professionally through a deep commitment to our pets and community. The community recognizes this commitment, reflected in our exceptional 4.6-star Google rating. This is an opportunity for you to bring your expertise to a trusted full-service small animal practice and do your best work every day.

We believe in empowering our teammates, which is why our vision statement explicitly focuses on internal growth and support. You will be supported by a stable and established team, currently including three experienced veterinarians and a dedicated Hospital Manager who work collaboratively to ensure seamless patient care. We actively manage internal workflow and dedicate focus time, evidenced by our scheduled closure on the fourth Friday of every month for essential team meetings and professional alignment. We provide the necessary structure and educational focus required for you to achieve your highest career goals.

As a trusted full-service small animal hospital, Cedarcrest Animal Hospital offers you exposure to a diverse and challenging medical caseload. You will utilize advanced techniques in testing and diagnostics to manage cases ranging from routine wellness and prevention to complex advanced care and surgical procedures. We are also committed to providing crucial emergency care for our clients. Since 2008, we have focused on providing comprehensive services that allow our patients to receive high- quality, comprehensive treatment right here in Acworth.

Acworth, GA is a vibrant community located in the greater Atlanta area, offering a superb quality of life that supports both professional engagement and personal downtime. You will find yourself in a location known for its friendly atmosphere and deep sense of community, allowing you to easily build lasting relationships with the clients you serve. If you are looking for a place where your professional contributions are valued and you are encouraged to connect with your neighborhood, Acworth provides a welcoming environment where you can set down roots.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Lead Kennel Assistant

As the Lead Kennel Assistant, you are the primary caretaker for our boarding and hospitalized guests, ensuring they receive the highest quality daily care, feeding, and exercise. You serve as a critical line of defense for our patients' health, paying close attention to signs of stress or illness and promptly notifying the medical team when attention is needed. You will also manage client interactions during check‑ins and check‑outs, ensuring accurate documentation and a welcoming experience for both pets and their owners.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Providing Compassionate Care: You will provide daily care to boarding pets and hospitalized patients, including feeding, watering, and exercising them according to schedule.
• Managing Admissions and Discharges: You'll handle check‑ins and check‑outs, talking with owners, recording feeding/medication instructions, labeling belongings, and ensuring every pet goes home clean and happy.
• Monitoring Patient Health: You will walk through the kennel area regularly to check for abnormal activity (vomiting, diarrhea, stress), properly marking records and reporting issues to doctors and technicians immediately.
• Administering Medications: You will administer medications and flea/tick control to pets boarding with us, accurately recording instructions on the kennel medication board.
• Maintaining a Clean Environment: You'll clean and disinfect cages, runs, yards, litter boxes, and bowls using proper protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) to control infectious diseases.
• Delivering TLC: You will perform extra TLC playtimes, walks, or baths for clients who have requested special attention for their pets.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Confidence around animals and pets.
• Knowledge of proper animal restraint techniques and infectious disease control.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must be in the process of obtaining or have attained a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reasoning, remembering, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking English) to perform duties proficiently.
• A commitment to maintaining our Core Values and Mission Statement.

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 401(k) 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.

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.