Kennel Assistant / Kennel Technician

FMA Animal Hospital; Westwood (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

FMA Animal Hospital in Westwood, KS is seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team. You will care for boarding patients, assist with medications, and help maintain a clean, well-stocked facility while documenting observations.

This part-time role offers hands-on training, opportunities to advance as experience and training grow, and a path to higher-level veterinary positions within a thriving practice.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
• Has a genuine passion for veterinary medicine and animal care
• Is compassionate, patient, and gentle when handling animals
• Is dependable, responsible, and committed to being part of a team
• Must be able to lift and safely handle 40 pounds
• Is willing to learn new skills and take direction from experienced veterinary professionals
• Has a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Is a good listener and communicates thoughtfully and respectfully with coworkers and clients

Responsibilities

• Focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital.
• Provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, and monitor for any medical or behavioral concerns.
• Provide detailed documentation about observations.
• Ensure kennels, common spaces and treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

Skills

Animal care experience

Job description

Are you passionate about animals and interested in building a career in veterinary medicine? FMA Animal Hospitalis seeking a Veterinary Kennel Assistant to join our team! We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable, hardworking person who genuinely cares about animals and wants to grow within the veterinary field.

In this role, you will focus on patient husbandry and care as well as general housekeeping duties throughout the hospital.You will provide meals and walks to boarding patients, administer medication, andmonitorforany medical or behavioral concerns while providing detailed documentation about your observations. You will ensure kennels, commonspacesand treatment areas are sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

Growth & Advancement:

We believe in promoting from within whenever possible. This position offers the opportunity to learn, receive hands-on training, develop new skills, and take on additional responsibilities over time.For the right person, there is room to advance into higher-level veterinary positions as experience, knowledge, and training are gained. We want someone who is excited to build their skills and grow their career with us.

Schedule and Compensation :

• Compensation: $12-$14 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a part-time position, with availability needed Monday-Friday and rotating weekends.

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Your Qualifications :

• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
  • Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background
• Has a genuine passion for veterinary medicine and animal care
• Is compassionate, patient, and gentle when handling animals
• Is dependable, responsible, and committed to being part of a team
• Must be able to lift and safely handle 40 pounds
• Is willing to learn new skills and take direction from experienced veterinary professionals
• Has a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Is a good listener and communicates thoughtfully and respectfully with coworkers and clients

W hy Choose FMA?

At FMA Animal Hospital, we believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with compassionate people. Our mission is to provide high-quality, personalized care to every patient while building lasting relationships with the pet owners who trust us with their companions' health and well-being. Located in Westwood, KS, just minutes from downtown Kansas City, we proudly serve pets and families throughout the greater Kansas City area.

As a thriving 4-doctor practice, our team is committed to practicing outstanding medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment where every team member's contributions are valued. We offer a full range of services, including preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and wellness care, utilizing advanced technology and a client-focused approach to deliver the highest standard of veterinary care.

This is an especially exciting time to join our team. FMA Animal Hospital is relocating to a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, providing expanded resources, modern equipment, and an enhanced work environment designed to support both exceptional patient care and professional growth. This transition represents a unique opportunity to be part of a hospital that is investing in its future and the success of its team.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$12 - $14 USD

FMA Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.