Veterinary Kennel Technician

Oak View Animal Clinic•Pea Ridge, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Animal Clinic in Pea Ridge, AR, conveniently located near Bentonville, is looking for a caring and dependable veterinary kennel technician to join our team! We are a well-established, progressive 3-doctor small animal practice providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to pets and their families throughout Northwest Arkansas. Our fast-paced veterinary hospital offers a variety of services, including preventive care, surgery, high-speed dentistry, in-house diagnostics, digital dental radiology, medical and vacation boarding, and more. You’ll work alongside a friendly, experienced, and supportive veterinary team that values collaboration, growth, and excellent patient care. Many of our team members have been with us for years, creating a welcoming environment where you can feel supported while developing your veterinary skills.

Requirements

Compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working hands-on with animals
Willingness to learn and genuinely cares about the well-being of pets
Patient and compassionate approach to sick, scared, or injured animals
Ability to safely handle and restrain animals of different sizes and temperaments
Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow directions
Ability to learn medication administration and recognize potential health concerns
Understanding of basic cleaning and disinfecting practices, or the willingness to learn
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to perform physical work, including lifting and handling large dogs, bags of litter, pet food, and other supplies
Ability to maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with clients and veterinary team members

Nice To Haves

Previous veterinary kennel technician or animal care experience

Responsibilities

Feeding, watering, walking, bathing, and caring for hospitalized and boarding animals
Cleaning kennels, treatment areas, equipment, and other veterinary spaces
Administering medications as directed after appropriate training
Monitoring appetite, behavior, medications, and overall condition and documenting observations accurately
Recognizing and communicating changes or abnormal conditions to the veterinary team
Providing post-operative care and assisting with hospitalized patients
Assisting veterinary assistants and doctors with safe animal restraint and examinations
Restocking veterinary and hospital supplies
Completing laundry and maintaining clean, organized work areas
Learning proper cleaning and sterilization procedures for surgical instruments
Following written and verbal instructions and maintaining accurate patient records