Top 7 Animal behavior Jobs in Gainesville Fl

Kennel Assistant Part-Time
Shores Animal Hospital —Gainesville, FL
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Patient care
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Exclusion Technician Up to $22 Hourly with required experience of Carpentry, Handy man, and Construction.
Florida Pest Control —Gainesville, FL
- Up to $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Retail Store Manager
PetSmart —Gainesville, FL
- $65,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Assistant/Associate Professor – Forage Agronomy
University of Florida —Gainesville, FL
- Doctoral degree
- University
- US work authorization

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Kennel Assistant Part-Time

Shores Animal Hospital -
Gainesville, FL

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Job Details

Part-time
$14 - $15 an hour

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Animal health monitoring
Pet care sanitation protocols
Resort experience
Pet health monitoring
Animal behavior
Animal enclosure cleaning
Food service inventory management
Patient care
Communication with pet owners
Animal welfare
Pet exercise
Communication skills
Entry level

Full Job Description

You are invited to join Shores Animal Hospital, a dedicated veterinary practice that has provided comprehensive care to the Gainesville community since 1974. We are proud of the deep trust we have built with pet owners, reflected in our excellent 4.7-star Google rating. Our core mission is treating every pet like our own while focusing on high-quality medical services and patient wellness. If you are seeking an opportunity where you can genuinely connect with clients and dedicate yourself to advanced small animal medicine, this is where you can do your best work. Joining our team means you are joining a culture built for success. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all teammates feel supported, heard, and encouraged to grow. As part of a larger network, you will have access to educational opportunities and collaborative internal specialty consultations, ensuring you always have the resources necessary to make the best decisions for your patients. We believe in investing in our teammates, offering structured programs designed to help you achieve long-term career goals, whether that means advancing into leadership or becoming a credentialed technician. We provide the stability and support necessary for you to succeed. Shores Animal Hospital is equipped to provide comprehensive care covering the full spectrum of small animal veterinary services. We offer advanced veterinary medicine, complete wellness and prevention programs, sophisticated testing and diagnostics, and complex surgical procedures. Our ability to provide urgent care services means you will handle diverse and stimulating caseloads daily. We also support innovative workflow solutions like drop-off services, allowing you to maximize efficiency while ensuring every patient receives the attention and quality medical treatment they deserve. Gainesville, Florida, offers a welcoming community known for its Southern charm and intellectual vibrancy. As a city rich in history, you will be joining a practice that has been a cornerstone of local pet health since 1974. Gainesville provides excellent quality of life with access to beautiful natural springs and parks, offering a perfect balance between professional dedication and outdoor enjoyment. Come build your life and career in a community that genuinely respects and values its dedicated veterinary professionals.

At Mission Pet Health, we do things a little differently! As part of our hiring process, we invite candidates to complete a short online assessment so we can better understand your skills and strengths. If you are being considered for the position, you will receive an e-mail from a Mission Pet Health recruiter with a link to complete the assessment at your convenience. Please be sure to check your spam or junk folder - sometimes these messages get filtered out.

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [email protected] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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