Kennel Assistant

About the role

Lafayette Veterinary Care Center is seeking a Pet Care Specialist to join our dedicated team. This role focuses on providing exceptional care for our boarding patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor and use of medical terminology
• Monitor, feed, water, medicate, exercise, and clean up after patients (inside and out)
• Clean suites, runs, and feline condos
• Prepare kenneling areas for the arrival and departure of patients
• Bring animals to and from kenneling areas during check-in and check-out times
• Provide client education and maintain a professional and friendly attitude
• Routinely check safety and security of patient areas
• Greet clients promptly and cheerfully, offering useful and positive feedback about their pet's care
• Restraining of pets for safety and team safety
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure a positive work environment

Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, crouch, walk multiple times per day for care of pets
• Desire to learn and adapt to changing situations
• Uphold company core values
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Qualifications

• Experience with animal care and handling
• Strong communication skills
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Skills

• Customer service skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and collaboration

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• Pet benefits for employee pets
• 401K

Pay

The pay range for this position is from $10 on weekdays to $12 on weekends.

Schedule

Hours range from 5:30a-12:30p, 8a-4p, 12p-7p.