Compassionate Kennel Tech for Growth & Benefits

Green Summit Animal Clinic; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Green Summit Animal Clinic in Lee’s Summit, MO is seeking a compassionate Kennel Technician to care for hospitalized and boarding pets and support our veterinary team in daily hospital operations.

This role requires weekend availability, ability to lift and restrain dogs and cats, strong cleaning practices, and reliable teamwork. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous animal care/kennel experience required.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Comfortable performing physical tasks, including lifting, standing, walking, and handling large dogs, pet food, and supplies.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning and disinfecting practices or willingness to learn.
• Compassionate, patient, and calm when caring for sick, injured, or anxious animals.
• Ability to learn how to administer medications and recognize changes in an animal's condition.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating of hospitalized and boarding pets.
• Monitor and document appetite, behavior, medications, and any changes in a patient's condition.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, treatment areas, and hospital equipment.
• Wash laundry and restock hospital supplies.
• Assist veterinarians and veterinary assistants with animal restraint, exams, and post‑operative patient care.
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.

Skills

Animal care

Weekend availability

Team player

Communication skills

Patient and calm demeanor

Job description

Green Summit Animal Clinic in Lee’s Summit, MO is seeking a compassionate Kennel Technician to care for hospitalized and boarding pets and support our veterinary team in daily hospital operations.

This role requires weekend availability, ability to lift and restrain dogs and cats, strong cleaning practices, and reliable teamwork. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.