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Kennel Attendant Jobs in Shreveport, LA at South Shreveport Animal Hospital
Full Job Description
South Shreveport Animal Hospital is looking for a Kennel Assistant to join our team! We are a progressive, multi-doctor practice proudly serving Shreveport and Bossier City pets since 1985. This is a great opportunity for those who are looking to enter the veterinary field or for those who have previous veterinary or animal-related experience.
This is a part-time position with scheduling needs of Monday 7:30a-1p, Wednesday 1p-6p, Friday 7:30a-6p, and every other weekend.
Part-time benefits and compensation:
Compensation: $12-$12.50/hour, for each hour worked, based on experience and skillset
Paid time off
Life insurance and disability
Employee Assistance Program
Career growth potential
Great team culture
And more!
Background and experience:
Comfortable around dogs and cats
Outgoing and friendly personality
Caring and compassionate attitude towards patients and clients
Exceptional communication and multi-tasking abilities
Strong work ethic and ability to jump in and help where needed
Familiar with (or eager to learn about) the veterinary field (terminology, procedures, medical conditions, etc.)
Responsibilities:
Animal handling, feeding, and cleaning (dogs and cats)
Medication administration
Observation of behaviors, and knowing when to alert a veterinarian about a change in one of the patients
Client communication and education
General hospital cleaning, restocking, sterilization, etc.
Providing the care our community deserves since 1985:
The SSAH team strives to diagnose and treat Shreveport pets with the highest standard of medical and surgical methods. We primarily provide general wellness services, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry, and we are well-equipped with digital radiology, surgical and therapy lasers, Idexx lab equipment, ultrasound capabilities, and more. Our hospital team is comprised of two (soon-to-be three) veterinarians, tenured technicians and assistants, and a talented support staff and boarding team. Most importantly, our team is committed to providing personalized attention and taking a family-focused approach to pet care in order to best support Louisiana pets and their owners.
**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
Title: Kennel Attendant
Company: South Shreveport Animal Hospital
Location: Shreveport, LA
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