Pet Care Assistant — Boarding, Grooming & Vet Support

suvetocareers; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet care discounts

401K with match

VSOP grants

Job summary

University Veterinary Hospital, part of the Suveto network, in Shreveport, LA, is seeking full-time Animal Care Assistants to join our 24/7 Unleashed facility team. You will care for boarded and groomed pets, assist with walks, feeding, medications and daily care while maintaining clean, safe kennels.

We value teamwork, communication and a proactive approach to animal wellbeing. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, a 401K match and stock ownership through VSOP grants.

Qualifications

• Strong listening and communication skills to interact with staff, clients and patients.
• Ability to speak clearly and professionally with customers and team.
• Efficient time management to handle multiple animal care tasks.
• Customer service mindset and compassionate approach to pet care.
• Physical ability to lift objects over 50 lbs and perform daily kennel duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with moving boarded animals to cages or runs as needed.
• Familiarize with boarding pets by name and monitor their wellbeing.
• Walk dogs and interact with boarders during sessions per guidelines.
• Feed and administer medications as directed by staff.
• Record meals, water, elimination and behavior changes in charts.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, restock supplies, and maintain overall cleanliness.
• Attend hospital and departmental meetings; participate in ongoing training.
• Perform baths, nail trims, ear cleanings and other duties as requested.

Skills

Active Listening

Speaking

Time Management

Service Orientation

Physical Fitness

Job description

University Veterinary Hospital, part of the Suveto network, in Shreveport, LA, is seeking full-time Animal Care Assistants to join our 24/7 Unleashed facility team. You will care for boarded and groomed pets, assist with walks, feeding, medications and daily care while maintaining clean, safe kennels.

We value teamwork, communication and a proactive approach to animal wellbeing. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, a 401K match and stock ownership through VSOP grants.