Compassionate Veterinary Kennel Tech – Hospital Care

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Em

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program for AVMA

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Job summary

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

You will assist with feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating pets, monitor changes in condition, and help maintain a clean, safe hospital. Weekend availability is required, and prior animal care experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous animal care/kennel experience required.
• Weekend availability required.
• Able to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Physically capable of lifting, standing, walking, and handling large dogs and supplies.
• Willingness to learn proper cleaning and disinfecting practices.
• Compassionate, patient, and calm with sick, injured, or anxious animals.
• Good 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 and document appetite, behavior, medications, and 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 restraint, exams, and post-operative care.
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Animal restraint

Job description

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

You will assist with feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating pets, monitor changes in condition, and help maintain a clean, safe hospital. Weekend availability is required, and prior animal care experience is essential.