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Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Kennel Assistant to join our team at North Cobb Animal Hospital. As a Kennel Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and support to our patients and their owners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate care to pets, including feeding, exercising, and restraining animals as needed.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, such as cleaning and maintaining equipment, and handling pets.
• Monitor pets for signs of distress or disease and report any unusual conditions to veterinarians or technicians.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including cleaning equipment and facilities, and ensuring the safe use of chemicals.
• Follow a regular schedule for cleaning and sanitizing all cages, runs, wards, and related areas.
• Complete weekly and monthly chore lists to maintain hospital cleanliness and appearance.
• Provide patients with fresh, clean bedding when appropriate.
• Walk patients according to schedule.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some experience working at a kennel or animal hospital preferred.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work weekends, overnights, and holidays.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.

Additional Information: PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.