What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant - Full Time position at Ridgetowne Animal Clinic?
Join Our Team as a Kennel Assistant at Ridgetowne Animal Clinic!
Are you passionate about providing top-notch care to pets? Ridgetowne Animal Clinic, a leading full-service small animal hospital, is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic full-time Kennel Assistant to join our exceptional team. If you share our commitment to delivering outstanding service to our clients and ensuring the well-being of their beloved pets, we want to hear from you!
We are looking for a full-time employee to replace one of our current kennel techs that is returning to school in the fall!
Position: Kennel Assistant
Location: Ridgetowne Animal Clinic, Ridgeland, MS
Schedule: Full-time. Rotating weekends and holidays.
Pay: $11-$13 per hour based on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Animal Care: Walking dogs, cleaning kennels, feeding, mopping, scooping poop, laundry and providing compassionate care for all dogs and cats.
- Bathing: Bathing dogs to keep them clean, healthy and happy.
- Hospital Maintenance: Ensuring cleanliness and organization of the hospital.
- Support: Assisting doctors and veterinary technicians/assistants as needed.
Requirements:
- Passion for working with animals and a commitment to their well-being.
- Ability to lift pets & objects up to 40 pounds.
- Available to work a rotating weekend schedule and some holidays.
- Must be reliable and dependable.
- Previous kennel assistant experience is preferred but not required.
- Must be 18 years or older.
Why Join Us?
Exceptional Team: We have an excellent culture and work together as a team for the betterment of our clients and their furry family members.
Employee Benefits (for full-time after 90 days)
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Pet Discount
- Health Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Retirement Plan (Simple IRA)
At Ridgetowne Animal Clinic, we strive to create a positive and supportive environment for both our team members and the pets we care for. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners, apply today to join our team!
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We kindly ask that you do not call the clinic for updates on your application, as our reception staff is not involved in the hiring process and cannot provide application status updates. We will reach out to candidates directly if additional information is needed or to schedule an interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Ridgeland, MS 39157 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ridgeland, MS 39157: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $13