Innovetive Petcare

Kennel Assistant - Temporary

Innovetive Petcare  •  $14 - $16/hr  •  Tupelo, MS (Onsite)  •  38 minutes ago
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Job Description

Kennel Assistant - Temporary

Department: Boarding

Employment Type: Temporary

Location: Tupelo, Mississippi

Compensation: $14.00 - $16.00 / hour

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Temporary Veterinary Kennel Assistant to support our hospital during a busy period. This is a temporary position lasting approximately 4–12 weeks and is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with animals and are looking to gain hands-on experience in a veterinary environment.

This role is essential in helping maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients while supporting the veterinary team with daily kennel operations.

  • Weekday, evening, and weekend availability required
  • Hours will vary based on hospital needs
  • Temporary position only (4–12 week duration)

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

  • Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages, and hospital areas
  • Feeding and watering hospitalized and boarding pets
  • Walking dogs and providing basic animal care
  • Laundry and facility upkeep
  • Monitoring patient comfort and cleanliness
  • Assisting the veterinary team with routine kennel duties
  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What You'll Bring:

  • Comfortable working around dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
  • Previous animal care experience is a plus but not required
What We're Looking For
  • The ideal candidate is dependable, team-oriented, and passionate about animal care. This position requires flexibility, a positive attitude, and a willingness to help wherever needed during our busiest season.

Please Note: This is a temporary position only and is not benefits eligible.
Innovetive Petcare

About Innovetive Petcare

Our Vision

Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a great support team dedicated to helping veterinary practices prosper and grow.

Innovetive Petcare runs a great business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better life, with more work-life balance, a strong supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.

Our Team

At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with a great team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers and administrative staff at our clinics, to the great support team in our home office, our team is passionate about animal health.

Happy employees, happy clients

When we become your partner, we invest in your people. We believe in the power of company culture and do whatever we can to ensure a fulfilling career with work-life balance. Along with a generous benefits package, we offer continuous development and education opportunities for your employees to learn, grow and develop.

Industry
Veterinary & Animal Care
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Year Founded
2015
Website
innovetivepetcare.com
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