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The Pet Hospitals (Lakeland)

Pet Resort Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$30,108 / year median in Tennessee

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Description If you love puppy breath, frisky felines, and belly rubs, then you're barking up the right tree. We serve clients in seven locations throughout the Memphis area and have a staff of 30+ doctors, but it's our collaborative approach and love of animals that really stand out. You Take Care of Pets, We Take Care of You Why Work For The Pet Hospitals? We heard you like dogs and cats! Did you know that you can have a fulfilling career working with pets? At The Pet Hospitals, the way we treat the pet parent at the other end of the leash is what really makes us stand out. Not only do all team members love animals of all different breeds, sizes, and types, they also have a passion for providing exceptional customer service. Ready to see what it takes?
Our employee benefits include:
Competitive pay Up to 2.5x pay rate for working designated holidays Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance 401k with no waiting period Paid time off Paid parental leave Employee pet discounts Applicants must: Feel strongly about providing high-quality patient care Have a friendly & outgoing personality Thrive in a fast-paced environment and respond to challenges positively Be punctual and have weekend (including Sunday), weekday, and some holiday availability Be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs Not be afraid to get dirty! As a Pet Resort Technician, you will: Walk, bathe, trim nails, and feed/water dogs; feed/water cats Clean kennels for dogs and cats Facilitate doggie daycare and assign dogs to groups based on size, temperament, and energy level Help maintain kennel cleanliness Be able to safely restrain various sized dogs and cats Give medication if needed Job seekers with vet, veterinary assistant, animal care or pet hospital experience would be a good candidate for this role. We offer an AMAZING benefits package! Apply today!