Compassionate Pet Care Technician — Kennel & Boarding

Tazewell Pike Animal Clinic; Corryton (TN); Sur place; USD 18 000 - 23 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Résumé du poste

Tazewell Pike Animal Clinic in Corryton, TN, just outside Knoxville, seeks a Kennel Attendant to support the veterinary team and care for boarded and hospitalized animals.

The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment, providing compassionate daily care, and assisting with routine tasks. Flexible hours and a benefits package accompany the compensation of $13–17 per hour, commensurate with licensure and experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in kennel, animal care, or boarding facility preferred.
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and compassionate animal care.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Responsabilités

• Provide daily care for boarded animals, including feeding, watering, walking, bathing, and monitoring health.
• Safely transport animals between kennels, exam rooms, and the lobby, ensuring gentle handling and patient comfort.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with restraint, positioning, and minor procedures as directed.
• Follow detailed feeding, medication, and exercise instructions for boarding pets.
• Maintain cleanliness, disinfection, and organization of kennels, runs, and facility areas, including outdoor spaces, in accordance with hospital protocols and operating standards.
• Support a positive client experience by greeting owners, answering phones, assisting with belongings, and ensuring clear and calm communication throughout the boarding process.
• Assist in completion of daily opening, closing, and cleaning checklists to a high standard.
• Manage inventory of cleaning and kennel supplies and report replenishment needs as appropriate.
• Unpack and organize deliveries, restock treatment and exam areas, and remove expired or damaged items as needed.
• Work collaboratively and proactively with team members, offering help whenever needed to support smooth hospital operations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Animal care

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Tazewell Pike Animal Clinic in Corryton, TN, just outside Knoxville, seeks a Kennel Attendant to support the veterinary team and care for boarded and hospitalized animals.

The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment, providing compassionate daily care, and assisting with routine tasks. Flexible hours and a benefits package accompany the compensation of $13–17 per hour, commensurate with licensure and experience.