Kennel & Pet Care Technician – Boarding & Daycare

Deer Creek Animal Hospital, LLC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted pet care for your own pets

Online discount platform

Teladoc 24/7 access to doctors

Job summary

Deer Creek Animal Hospital, Overland Park, KS, is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety in a supportive team environment.

You will monitor animal health, keep kennels clean, manage supplies, and collaborate with the medical team. We offer mentoring, flexible weekends, and opportunities to grow within a nationwide veterinary network.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring correct food, exercise, and attention.
• Be the eyes and ears of animal health by monitoring behavior and notifying the medical team of health concerns.
• Create a safe and healthy environment by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas, runs, and outdoor spaces.
• Ensure operational excellence by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Reliability

Physical strength

Job description

Deer Creek Animal Hospital, Overland Park, KS, is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety in a supportive team environment.

You will monitor animal health, keep kennels clean, manage supplies, and collaborate with the medical team. We offer mentoring, flexible weekends, and opportunities to grow within a nationwide veterinary network.