Kennel Assistant

BluePearl Vet, LLC • Sandy Springs, GA

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About The Position

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to attend to the basic needs of animals who are hospital patients and clean the hospital facility, equipment, and tools. The role may include basic patient-care assistance, such as safely restraining patients during treatment. The position suits someone passionate about animals who wants to develop skills and learn more about veterinary health in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

BluePearl describes a culture focused on pets, teamwork, associate development, continuing education, and well-being. Associates can progress as they gain skills and experience, and may access talent-development programs, leadership workshops, continuing-education resources, and career opportunities across Mars Veterinary Health. The company states that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer; applicants must have unrestricted current U.S. work authorization and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card. BluePearl is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, and offers application assistance or accommodation upon request.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients for obvious signs of health concerns and report findings to senior staff.
• Clean and disinfect hospital areas 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.
• Clean and maintain hospital equipment and tools.
• Quantify patient voids and report findings to a senior Veterinary Assistant or Technician.
• Remove and wash soiled laundry and keep clean laundry stocked.
• Patrol the facility regularly to ensure cleanliness.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and associate discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Annual continuing education allowance and free continuing education sessions.
• Training through BluePearl University and clinician access to more than 2,000 medical journals.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401(k) and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• Health and well-being resources, including resources for stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management.
• Talent-development programs, leadership workshops, and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed