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PetVet Care Centers, LLC

Kennel Assistant

PetVet Care Centers, LLC, Villa Rica, Georgia, United States, 30180

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PetVet Care Centers' Villa Rica Animal Hospital

is currently seeking a

Kennel Assistant

to join their team!

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

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

Performs other duties as assigned

Remains professional and courteous to clients and co-workers while handling multiple tasks at once with many interruptions.

Learn and understand our services and health recommendations and be able to clearly communicate these to clients.

Be able to deal with difficult and/or aggressive patients in an effective manner meanwhile keeping yourself, the pet, and co-workers safe

Performs other duties as assigned by Manager

Qualifications (Required)

High school diploma or GED

May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience

Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors

This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion

Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks may include standing for long period of times/walking

May involve some stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)

Some experience working at a kennel or animal hospital

Schedule

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM with 1.5 hour lunch and two off days during the week

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM then 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM then 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

What We Offer We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship

Local hospital culture backed by national resources

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.

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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