Pet Care Attendant - Shreveport, LA
About The Position
Towne South Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate, dependable Pet Care Attendant who enjoys working with animals and wants to be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, positivity, and bringing your authentic self to work. This role is dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets in both our hospital and boarding facility. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for animal care and patient well-being, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and reliability. The position offers opportunities to learn, grow, and build a veterinary career in a fun workplace where teamwork, positivity, and respect are paramount.
Requirements
- A genuine passion for animal care and patient well-being.
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Reliability and a willingness to take ownership of your responsibilities.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
- A willingness to continue learning and growing professionally.
- A compassionate approach to caring for pets and supporting teammates.
Responsibilities
- Walk dogs and provide daily care for boarding pets.
- Feed, monitor, and provide compassionate care for pets staying in the hospital and kennel.
- Clean and maintain dog runs, cages, cat enclosures, and other animal housing areas.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kennel and clinic.
- Observe pets for changes in appetite, behavior, or condition and communicate concerns to the medical team.
- Provide fresh bedding, clean water, enrichment, and comfort for boarding patients.
- Assist with laundry, sanitation, and general housekeeping tasks.
- Support teammates in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for every pet.
Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral Bonus Program
- Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Paid parental leave
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Four-day work weeks
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
