Kennel Assistant

Company Overview

Stewart Animal Clinic, located in Warrior, AL, has proudly served the community since 1979 with comprehensive animal care. Known for its high client satisfaction with a 4.7-star Google rating, the clinic offers a supportive and stable environment for animal care professionals focused on growth and teamwork. The clinic provides a wide range of services, including preventive care, diagnostic testing, surgeries, and treatment of various animals beyond cats and dogs, such as small mammals and livestock.

Role Summary

The Kennel Assistant plays a vital role in the wellbeing of boarding and daycare animals, ensuring personalized care, monitoring their health, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. This position supports daily operations by managing supplies and collaborating with team members to maintain smooth functioning of the kennel facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized care by ensuring animals receive appropriate food, exercise, and attention during their stay.
• Observe the animals closely and promptly report any health or behavioral concerns to the veterinary team.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and outdoor areas to provide a safe, hygienic environment.
• Oversee inventory management of food and cleaning supplies and assist in daily operational duties to ensure efficiency.

Requirements

• A sincere passion for animal welfare and dedication to their care.
• Dependability and strong work ethic with the ability to multitask in a dynamic setting.
• Effective communication skills, sound judgment, and calmness under pressure.
• Physical capability to lift objects weighing 50 pounds or more and perform physically active tasks.
• Previous kennel assistant experience is advantageous; flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage ranging between $10 and $11, tailored to experience and role.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus employee assistance program access.
• Financial planning supports such as 401k, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Career advancement opportunities with educational assistance towards veterinary technician qualifications.
• Community integration with a nationwide network of over 20,000 veterinary professionals sharing knowledge and resources.
• Additional perks like discounted pet veterinary care, online discount platforms, and 24/7 telehealth access.

Additional Information

As part of the employment process, candidates may be requested to complete an online assessment to better gauge skills and fit. Stewart Animal Clinic embraces diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Located near US Highway 31, the clinic offers a community-oriented atmosphere with convenient accessibility for employees commuting daily.