Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Technician
Western Veterinary Partners • New Braunfels, TX1d • $13 - $16
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Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Technician
Western Veterinary Partners•New Braunfels, TX
•$13 - $16
About The Position
New Braunfels Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate, hardworking team member for a hybrid role combining veterinary kennel assistant duties with hands-on veterinary assistant responsibilities. The position is suited to someone who enjoys caring for pets, can thrive in a fast-paced environment, and wants to build a career in veterinary medicine. Motivated individuals who are eager to learn may be trained to grow into a veterinary assistant role. The clinic is a three-doctor small animal practice that has served New Braunfels and surrounding communities for more than 35 years. It describes its culture as welcoming, supportive, collaborative, and focused on compassionate patient care and lasting relationships with clients and their pets. This is a full-time position requiring availability Monday through Friday and on rotating weekends. Compensation is $13–$16 per hour. Benefits listed for the role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, a personal pet discount, and a uniform allowance. The posting notes that some benefits and legally required leave depend on role, location, and applicable law.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant or kennel technician is preferred; related animal-care experience will also be considered.
- A genuine passion for animal care and patient well-being.
- Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision.
- Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient-safety and handling techniques.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal-care role.
- Interest in learning and growing within the veterinary profession.
- Availability Monday through Friday and rotating weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Related animal-care experience, such as working as a boarding or doggy daycare attendant, or an FFA or 4-H background.
- Experience as a veterinary kennel assistant or kennel technician.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily care, feeding, and cleaning for hospitalized and boarding pets.
- Walk and exercise patients, and monitor their comfort and well-being.
- Safely restrain patients for examinations and treatments.
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments and procedures.
- Prepare examination rooms and medical supplies.
- Help with patient treatments, medication administration, and diagnostic procedures.
- Support client service and patient care throughout the hospital.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
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Job Type
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Career Level
Entry Level
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