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PT Boarding Kennel Assistant
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
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
You care for pets. We care for you.
Position Overview
- The Kennel Assistant 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Job duties are in a hospital setting and include; administering food and medications, cleaning, supervising dog playgroups, effective communication with doctors, staff and clients, and responding to phone calls and e-mails related to boarding.
Qualifications (Required)
- Previous work experience with animals preferred. Some nights, weekend and holiday hours are required. A qualified applicant for this position will possess the following skills:
- Perform boarding services per supervisor and client instructions
- Comfort, calm, and work with nervous dogs and cats to promote a positive experience
- Positive attitude towards all pets and their owners as well as comfort with all breeds of dogs and cats
- Direct customer service experience to establish a trusting bond with our clients and to handle potentially difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
- High standard for cleanliness and the self-direction to keep your workstation neat and tidy
- Ability to receive feedback from supervisor and clients The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 50 pounds, as necessary), and standing for long periods of time.
- The ideal candidate would be; customer service oriented, self-motivated, able to work independently, and able to work with animals of all sizes and temperaments.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
- Previous work experience with animals preferred
- Has Animal care, boarding or doggie daycare experience preferred.
Schedule
- Typical Shifts: 7AM-4PM and 4PM- 9PM
- Monday- Sunday. Rotating weekends and holidays.
- Tuesday and Wednesday availability needed. Two weekends a month are required and some holidays.
- Work Location: In person
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
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