Pet Care Assistant

4 weeks ago


Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States BluePearl Full time
Job Title: Kennel Assistant

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Kennel Assistant will be responsible for attending to the basic needs of animals that are patients of the hospital, as well as cleaning the hospital facility, equipment, and tools.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Observe patients for obvious signs of health concerns and report any findings to senior staff.
  • Clean and disinfect areas of the hospital as often as necessary to maintain high standards of care.
  • Prepare patient meals, clean patient cages, and bedding, and maintain litter boxes.
  • Safely approach and restrain cooperative patients as needed during treatments.
  • Provide routine attention to patients, including walking dogs.
  • Effectively clean and maintain hospital equipment and tools.
  • Quantify patient voids and report findings to senior Veterinary Assistant or Technician.
  • Remove and wash soiled laundry and keep clean laundry stocked.
  • Patrool facility regularly to ensure cleanliness.
Why BluePearl?

We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:

  • Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
  • Opportunities for growth and development through our talent development programs and leadership workshops.
  • Access to over 2,000 medical journals through our BluePearl University.
  • Regional licensed social worker for guidance and advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
  • 12 mental health care sessions annually at no charge to you, and other well-being resources through Lyra.
What We Offer:

As a Kennel Assistant at BluePearl, you will receive:

  • $500/year reimbursement for CVT and $750/year for VTS.
  • 8 hours of CE paid hours each year for full-time CVT associates.
  • 12 hours of CE paid each year for full-time VTS associates.
  • Parental Leave Benefits.
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
  • Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday Plans.
  • Health Savings Account.
  • Flexible Savings Account.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan.
  • Annual Scrub Allowance: $200/year in BluePearl store credit.
Equal Opportunity Employer:

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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