Kennel Assistant - Animal Hospital of the Woodlands

About the role

Join a practice deeply embedded in the The Woodlands, TX community. Our core mission is providing comprehensive, high-quality care while maintaining the personalized, small-town feel that our clients love. This commitment to both medical excellence and genuine compassion is reflected in our exceptional 4.8-star Google rating, demonstrating strong community trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for 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 Hospital of the Woodlands, carefully monitoring 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 by taking pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure operational excellence by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Absolutely love animals and their welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking, capable of handling a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, good judgment, and composure in stressful situations.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred.
• A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k retirement options, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage.
• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets.
• Free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and role.

Schedule

A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays.