Emergency Kennel Technician — Path to Vet Assistant

Five Rivers Pet Emergency; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Rivers Pet Emergency is seeking a Kennel Technician to support our hospitalized patients with cleanliness, comfort, and compassionate care. This role offers a clear pathway to becoming a Veterinary Assistant, with emphasis on training, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced emergency setting.

We value an upbeat, drama-free culture and encourage growth through skill development, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• An upbeat, positive personality with a strong desire to learn, grow, and build a career in veterinary medicine.
• A dependable work ethic with broad availability to cover night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Ability to stand for long periods, move quickly, and lift or assist pets up to 40+ lbs.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to step in wherever help is needed.

Responsibilities

• Impeccable comfort: Ensure patients have clean bedding, fresh water, and a cozy environment.
• Facilitate patient walks and relief breaks according to prescribed schedules while monitoring comfort.
• Monitor recovering pets and alert the medical team to any changes in status or behavior.
• Sanitation: perform daily cleaning of kennels, exam rooms, and treatment areas.
• Assist Veterinarians and Technicians during treatments, and log tasks in Instinct; help with client communication.

Skills

Attitude and ambition

Flexibility

Physical capability

Team-first mindset

Job description

Five Rivers Pet Emergency is seeking a Kennel Technician to support our hospitalized patients with cleanliness, comfort, and compassionate care. This role offers a clear pathway to becoming a Veterinary Assistant, with emphasis on training, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced emergency setting.

We value an upbeat, drama-free culture and encourage growth through skill development, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to excellent patient care.