Compassionate Kennel Technician — Weekend/Holiday Shifts

Alliance Animal Health; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k & matching

Life & supplemental insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid vacation & sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Animal Medical Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is seeking a Kennel Technician to support our veterinary team and provide compassionate care for hospitalized and boarding pets. You will help with daily hospital operations, including feeding, exercising, and monitoring animals, while ensuring clean, safe kennels and calm patient handling.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability, the ability to lift and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday availability is required.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Comfortable performing physical tasks including lifting, standing, walking.
• Knowledge of cleaning/disinfecting practices or willingness to learn.
• Compassionate, patient, and calm with sick/injured animals.
• Ability to learn administering medications and recognizing changes in condition.
• Strong communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating hospitalized and boarding pets.
• Monitor appetite, behavior, medications, and changes in condition.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Wash laundry and restock supplies.
• Assist veterinarians and staff with restraint, exams, and post-operative care.
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Weekend availability

Handle & restrain animals

Physical stamina

Clean & disinfect practices

Medication administration

Strong communication

Team player

Job description

Animal Medical Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is seeking a Kennel Technician to support our veterinary team and provide compassionate care for hospitalized and boarding pets. You will help with daily hospital operations, including feeding, exercising, and monitoring animals, while ensuring clean, safe kennels and calm patient handling.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability, the ability to lift and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes, and strong communication skills.