Kennel Assistant - Picayune Veterinary Clinic

About the role

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer local autonomy with national support, career mobility and development opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first. You care for pets. We care for you.

Join our team as a Kennel Assistant who supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment; feeding, exercising, restraining and handling pets. Picayune Veterinary Clinic in Picayune, Mississippi, is a full-service animal hospital providing a wide range of services, including wellness care, diagnostics, and surgery. Known for its experienced team and community focus, the clinic delivers high-quality, personalized care for every patient.

Our hospital offers a collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate care to pets
• Feeds animals as prescribed by the attending Veterinarian or as the owner has requested; records appetites; water intake, as well as fecal and urine production
• Recognizes and reports any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors and monitors pets for signs of distress or disease.
• Assists Veterinarians and technicians with pet restraint
• Maintains the cleanliness of the hospital each day; cleans equipment and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensures the safe use of chemicals
• Follows a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards, and related areas; changes litter boxes and food/water bowls
• Completes the weekly and monthly chore list to maintain hospital cleanliness, equipment, and the overall appearance of the hospital
• Correctly prioritizes tasks
• Maintains laundry for the kennel and hospital
• Provides patients with fresh, clean bedding when appropriate
• Walks patients according to schedule
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions
• Remains professional and courteous to clients and co-workers while handling multiple tasks at once with many interruptions.
• Learns and understands our services and health recommendations and is able to clearly communicate these to clients.
• Is able to deal with difficult and/or aggressive patients in an effective manner while keeping yourself, the pet, and co-workers safe
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Kennel experience
• Pet care experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing