Kennel Technician

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Worthington (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners is committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Join us as an Animal Care Technician to provide daily care for dogs, cats, and other hospitalized or boarding animals, keep kennels clean and sanitary, and follow feeding and medication plans while collaborating with the veterinary team to deliver

Qualifications

• Daily care for dogs, cats, and other hospitalized or boarding animals.
• Maintain kennels, cages, runs, and treatment areas clean and sanitary.
• Follow feeding instructions, medication schedules, and care instructions.
• Observe animals for signs of illness or distress and report concerns promptly.
• Safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary staff with patient care and routine hospital tasks.
• Document feeding, cleaning, walking, and other activities as required.
• Maintain inventory of kenneling supplies and equipment.
• Assist with admitting and discharging boarding or hospitalized patients.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients, clients, and team members.

Job description

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

• Provide daily care for dogs, cats, and other hospitalized or boarding animals, including feeding, watering, walking, exercising, and cleaning.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and odor-free kennels, cages, runs, treatment areas, and other animal-care spaces.
• Follow feeding instructions, medication schedules, and special care instructions as directed by veterinary staff.
• Observe animals for changes in behavior, appetite, elimination, activity level, or other signs of illness or distress and promptly report concerns to the veterinary team.
• Safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Assist veterinary technicians and doctors with patient care and routine hospital tasks.
• Clean and disinfect equipment, bedding, bowls, litter boxes, and animal-care areas according to hospital protocols.
• Properly document feeding, cleaning, walking, and other patient-care activities as required.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of food, bedding, cleaning supplies, and other kennel supplies.
• Assist with admitting and discharging boarding or hospitalized patients as needed.
• Safely transport animals throughout the hospital and to designated outdoor areas.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, clients, and team members.
• Follow all hospital policies, safety procedures, and infection-control protocols.
• Provide compassionate and respectful care to animals and communicate professionally with clients and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the practice manager, veterinarian, or veterinary technician.