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Kennel Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners
Slidell, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026
Pontchartrain Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our kennel team plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients, clients, and staff.

In this position, you'll primarily support the hospital through cleaning, sanitation, and patient care duties, ensuring kennels, treatment areas, and common spaces remain spotless, organized, and well stocked. This role is perfect for someone who is self-driven, detail-oriented, enjoys staying busy, and takes pride in creating a welcoming environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with prior animal care experience who are excited to continue growing in the animal care field. We value reliability, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic.

Schedule

Weekend Position Only

  • Saturday: 7:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - until duties are complete
  • Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - until duties are complete and 6:00 p.m. - until duties are complete

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

  • Compensation: $12-14 per hour, for each hour worked*
  • 401k options
  • Personal pet discount

Minimum Qualifications & Desired Skill Set

  • Previous kennel, animal care, or veterinary experience preferred
  • Comfortable working around dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
  • Strong attention to detail, especially with cleaning and sanitation
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Dependable, organized, and team-oriented
  • Comfortable administering medications (training available where appropriate)
  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to patient care

Key Responsibilities

  • Daily care of boarding canine and feline patients, including feeding, walking, cleaning, and medicating
  • Maintaining cleanliness and proper sanitation of kennels and hospital areas
  • Safe patient handling and restraint
  • Monitoring pets for signs of illness, stress, or discomfort
  • Assisting technicians and veterinarians as needed
  • Accurate record-keeping and task management (electronic records transitioning soon)
  • Providing compassionate, attentive care to every patient

Why Join Pontchartrain Animal Hospital?

We are a 4-doctor, full-service small animal practice with a collaborative, supportive team culture. Our hospital is fast-paced, engaging, and filled with team members who genuinely enjoy working together. We celebrate wins, support each other, and take pride in providing exceptional care to our patients and clients.

If you're dependable, motivated, and excited to work with animals in a positive, team-focused environment, we'd love to meet you.

If you're passionate about animal care and want to join a team that treats every pet like family, we'd love to hear from you - apply today!!

  • To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.

Salary : $12 - $14

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