Kennel Technician: Growth Path to Veterinary Assistant

Baytown Veterinary Management Inc; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

paid holidays

medical/dental/vision

401k (after 1 year)

uniform allowance

employee pet benefits

Job summary

Baytown Animal Hospital in Baytown, TX is seeking a dependable Kennel Technician to join our team. This non-medical role focuses on daily animal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment while supporting the medical staff.

The position offers a pathway to advance into a Veterinary Assistant role for the right candidate and includes benefits such as PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, and a 401k after one year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Feed and provide fresh water to all animals.
• Walk dogs regularly throughout the day.
• Monitor appetite, urination, defecation, and behavior.
• Report any abnormalities to medical staff immediately.
• Provide comfort and attention to animals.
• Bathe pets as directed.
• Clean kennels, cages, runs, and hospital areas.
• Dispose of waste and maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital.
• Restock treatment and exam areas.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor facility cleanliness.
• Transport patients within the hospital.
• Assist with safe animal restraint when needed.

Skills

Animal care

Reliability

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Baytown Animal Hospital in Baytown, TX is seeking a dependable Kennel Technician to join our team. This non-medical role focuses on daily animal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment while supporting the medical staff.

The position offers a pathway to advance into a Veterinary Assistant role for the right candidate and includes benefits such as PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, and a 401k after one year.