Kennel Assistant

Marina Bay Animal Hospital is welcoming a Kennel Assistant to our team. We are a full-service small companion animal hospital located in League City TX and have been a part of the League City community since 1993. Our team has a passion for education and mentorship. We put emphasis on work-life-balance with great benefits and advanced scheduling. If you have wanted to grow with an established and supportive team we might be the right fit for you!

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Kennel Assistant provides a high standard of care and treatment to all pet guests. Thisposition helps ensure a positive boarding experience while feeding cleaning and exercising the pets.

WHAT YOULL DO (Essential Functions):

Foster a culture built on our values: Respect Learning Do the Right Thing WOW Serviceand Fun
Clean and disinfect cages pens runs and boarding areas
Provide and maintain clean bedding for each new pet guest
Set up and clean playtime areas and ensure clean toys are available for pets
Perform duties on the pets activities report makes necessary updates and completes thePet Guest reports
Complete assigned playtimes cuddle times fitness sessions bedtime stories and walks asspecified in Policies and Procedures
Feed boarded pets and ensures the correct type and quantity of food is provided for eachmeal
Ensure pets have clean water and provide special treats as needed
Monitor and chart food and water consumption and elimination of each pet guest andnotify the management of any issues
Check on the pets periodically each day to ensure safety and well-being for each pet in theboarding areas
Keep track of and clean the pets belongings and ensure they are returned to the owners ingood condition
Monitor supplies and notify management when inventory is low
Report items that need repair to management and assist with repairs as needed
Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensure thedelivery of quality compassionate effective and efficient care to pets
Comply with all practice policies quality assurance guidelines minimum standards of careand safe handling procedures
Perform other duties and projects as requested

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications):

Experience:
Experience in an animal care setting handling various breeds and sizes of dogs and catspreferred but not required

Required Education:
High School Diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Basic written verbal and active listening communication skills with a customer-orientedapproach
Basic judgement and problem-solving skills
Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional caring compassionateand tactful manner
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Organizational and time management skill
Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Ability to identify and foresee problems present solutions and collaborate as a team player

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly required to talk and vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requireswalking standing and sitting bending reaching grasping and repetitive motions. May be
exposed to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals pets dander and excretions. This position isexposed to low to moderate noise levels. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted 50 lbs. withassistance. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities

ABOUT LAKEFIELD VETERINARY GROUP

We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people.

We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people culture and connection to community - while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive.

As we grow we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected supported and empowered to deliver outstanding care.

Our Values

Our culture is built on five core values that guide how we workand serve:

• Respect

• Learning

• Do theRightThing

• WowService

• Fun

If these resonate with youyoullfit right in.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.