Kennel Technician — Compassionate Pet Care & Growth

Beckley Veterinary Hospital; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Beckley Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Kennel Tech to provide care for animals in the hospital and boarding facility. Responsibilities include cleaning, feeding, and medicating patients, assisting with post-operative care, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate must possess knowledge of animal restraint techniques, cleaning methods, and meet physical labor requirements. Comprehensive benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and education allowances, with employment type affecting specific benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting methods is essential.
• Must be able to properly restrain animals during treatment.
• Physical stamina is needed for handling large animals and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the care, feeding, medicating, and cleaning of patients.
• Restock hospital supplies and assist with post-operative care.
• Maintain accurate medical records for animals in care.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting methods

Proper animal restraint techniques

Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment efficiently

Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor

Sympathetic and patient with sick animals

Ability to learn to administer medications

Understand and carry out directions

Maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues

Job description

Beckley Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Kennel Tech to provide care for animals in the hospital and boarding facility. Responsibilities include cleaning, feeding, and medicating patients, assisting with post-operative care, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate must possess knowledge of animal restraint techniques, cleaning methods, and meet physical labor requirements. Comprehensive benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and education allowances, with employment type affecting specific benefits.