Kennel Worker

Community Veterinary Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Care Centers in Cincinnati seeks kennel technicians to care for boarded and hospitalized pets. You will feed, water, clean, walk, bathe, and monitor dogs and cats, ensuring their comfort, safety and well-being in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires physical strength and stamina to lift and move heavy animals, plus dexterity to administer medications and spot warning signs of distress. A compassionate, gentle approach, reliability and willingness to learn are essential to support

Qualifications

• Kennel tech duties include daily pet care and monitoring.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy animals safely.
• Ability to handle medications with care.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, clean, walk and bathe boarded and hospitalized pets.
• Monitor the well-being of dogs and cats and report concerns.

Skills

Physical strength

Mobility

Dexterity

Ability to lift heavy pets

Compassionate care

Job description

The Animal Care Centers have been Cincinnati's leading provider of veterinary services, pet care, boarding and grooming for over 40 years, with offices in Fairfield, Forest Park and Blue Ash. Our practice has been selected as \"Best of Cincinnati\" 11 times and has an excellent reputation in the community. Our clinics are equipped with state-of-the-art veterinary technology, including digital radiography, ultrasounds, laser surgical units, cold laser therapy and more. Veterinary kennel technicians are responsible for the day-to-day care of patients and boarders. This includes feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, bathing, and monitoring the well being of dogs, cats and, occasionally, other companion animals. Kennel technicians must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift and/or move heavy pets and objects, the dexterity and confidence to administer medications, and the ability to monitor pets for signs of distress or disease. It is essential that they have the ability and willingness to learn and the desire to provide gentle, compassionate care for boarded and hospitalized pets.