Compassionate Kennel Technician — Vet Care Support

Alliance Animal Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with matching

Paid time off

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 the veterinary team in daily hospital operations. This fast-paced, team-oriented role requires prior animal care experience, weekend availability, ability to restrain and lift dogs and cats, and reliable, patient communication.

You will provide daily care, monitor patient condition, clean facilities, assist with exams, and help maintain a safe

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

Communication

Physical stamina

Team player

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 the veterinary team in daily hospital operations. This fast-paced, team-oriented role requires prior animal care experience, weekend availability, ability to restrain and lift dogs and cats, and reliable, patient communication.

You will provide daily care, monitor patient condition, clean facilities, assist with exams, and help maintain a safe