Doggie Daycare Assistant

Animal Medical Center•Petal, MS

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Petal Animal Clinic in Petal, MS, is seeking an outgoing, highly motivated doggie daycare team member with exceptional people skills to join our veterinary team. You will be representing a well-established veterinary practice committed to excellence.

Requirements

Excellent customer service skills both written and verbal
Love people as much as you love pets
Available to be flexible with schedule
Able to recognize potential signs of illness of pets
Access to internet to receive schedule and communication emails from Animal Medical Center and Petal Animal Clinic
Able to stand for long periods of time, be able to lift up to 50 pounds and more assisted
Be able to work in different weather temperatures such as cold, hot, and rainy
All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future
Dependability and being flexible is essential
Upon conditional offer of employment, you successfully complete a drug screen and background check

Nice To Haves

Previous daycare experience is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Interacting with dogs in group play while ensuring their safety and minimizing stress levels
Maintain visual observation of group play at all times and spread attention and play among the dogs
Use proper dog handling techniques as trained by management
Report any unusual behavior, eliminations, or injuries to management immediately
Work closely and respectfully with other team members in the veterinary practice to ensure a positive client experience
Ensure that daycare room and yard is properly disinfected and maintained according to clinic protocols
Scoop up dog waste immediately and dispose of properly
Greet clients