Benefits:

Employee discounts

Wellness resources

Doggie Daycare Team Member (Part-Time)

Animal Medical Center – Hattiesburg, MS and Petal Animal Clinic - Petal, MS

At Animal Medical Center/Petal Animal Clinic, we strive for excellence in pet healthcare while exceeding our clients’ expectations in a Christ-centered environment. Our team is passionate about providing compassionate care to pets and outstanding service to the people who love them.

Animal Medical Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Petal Animal Clinic in Petal, Mississippi, is seeking an outgoing, dependable, and highly motivated Doggie Daycare Team Member with exceptional people skills to join our veterinary team. In this role, you will represent a well-established veterinary practice committed to excellence in patient care and client service.

This is a part-time position working Monday–Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with occasional holiday shifts assisting in the kennel department.

What You’ll Do

As a Doggie Daycare Team Member, you will help maintain a safe, enriching, and well-managed daycare environment for our canine guests while supporting the veterinary team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising group dog play and ensuring the safety of all pets • Monitoring dog interactions and spreading attention among dogs during playtime • Using proper dog handling techniques as trained by management • Maintaining constant visual supervision of group play • Reporting unusual behavior, illness, injuries, or eliminations immediately • Maintaining cleanliness and disinfecting daycare rooms and yards according to clinic protocols • Promptly scooping and properly disposing of dog waste • Greeting and interacting with clients in a professional and friendly manner • Working closely with veterinary team members to ensure a positive client experience

Skills Needed

At Animal Medical Center and Petal Animal Clinic, we strive to exceed client expectations by delivering exceptional service. Ideal candidates will have:

• Excellent verbal and written customer service skills • A genuine love for people and pets • The ability to recognize potential signs of illness in animals • Internet access to receive schedules and communications • Flexibility with scheduling when needed • Ability to stand for extended periods of time • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (or more with assistance) • Comfort working in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain)

Previous dog daycare or animal handling experience is preferred but not required.

Important Abilities for Success

Successful team members in this role are:

• Professional and courteous • Dependable and punctual • Willing to learn and receive feedback • Detail-oriented • Able to follow protocols and procedures carefully • Comfortable working in a team environment • Self-starters who can work with minimal supervision • Able to work efficiently and meet time goals

Who Should Apply

This position may be a great fit for someone who:

• Loves working with dogs and people • Enjoys a physically active job rather than sitting at a desk • Thrives in a team-oriented veterinary environment • Is dependable and values accountability and consistency • Wants to contribute to a mission-driven, Christ-centered workplace • Can stay attentive and responsible while supervising multiple dogs at once • Takes pride in cleanliness, organization, and following protocols

Who May Not Be a Good Fit

This role may not be the best fit if you:

• Prefer working alone most of the time • Are uncomfortable handling multiple dogs or monitoring group play • Do not enjoy working in a fast-paced environment • Struggle with being on your feet for several hours • Have difficulty following detailed protocols and safety procedures • Are unable to work outdoors or in varying weather conditions • Are not able to maintain professionalism with clients and coworkers

Additional Information

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future • Hourly pay is based on experience • Dependability and flexibility are essential for this role • Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants must successfully complete a drug screen and background check

Application Process

Due to the number of calls regarding application status, we are unable to return every phone call. Please be assured that every application is reviewed carefully.

Applicants may receive: • A phone call to schedule a phone interview • An email invitation to complete a position-related assessment • An email regarding the status of their application

If you call about your application status, a message will be taken and forwarded to the appropriate personnel; however, a follow-up call cannot be guaranteed.