Part Time Kennel Technician
About The Position
This is a part-time Kennel Technician position focused on providing daily care for hospitalized pets. Responsibilities include feeding, watering, walking, monitoring comfort, administering medications, bathing, brushing, assisting with patient check-in/check-out, maintaining records, cleaning, and supporting the veterinary team with various procedures. The role requires a passion for animal care, dependability, teamwork, attention to detail, and comfort handling various animals. While previous experience is a plus, training will be provided for the right candidate. The company emphasizes career development, a supportive team environment, and opportunities to work with experienced professionals and a diverse range of patients.
Requirements
- A genuine passion for animal care and welfare
- Dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable handling dogs, cats, and exotic pets of varying sizes and temperaments
Nice To Haves
- Previous animal care, kennel, boarding, or veterinary experience is a plus, but we're happy to train the right person
Responsibilities
- Providing daily care for hospitalized pets, including feeding, watering, walking, and monitoring comfort and well-being
- Administering medications as directed by the veterinary team
- Bathing and brushing pets as needed
- Assisting with patient check-in and check-out procedures
- Maintaining accurate patient records and communicating observations to the veterinary team
- Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, runs, cages, and treatment areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment
- Assisting veterinarians, technicians, and veterinary assistants with patient handling and restraint
- Supporting diagnostic and treatment procedures, including sample collection, radiographs, and laboratory work when appropriate
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming hospital environment
- Providing compassionate care and attention to every patient throughout their stay
Benefits
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals while caring for a wide variety of patients, including dogs, cats, and exotics
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing
- Competitive pay
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) matching
- Student loan assistance
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance
- Mental health resources
- Generous paid time off and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
