Veterinary Kennel Tech | Weekend Availability & Care

Alliance Animal; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Background check if required

Job summary

St. Francis Animal Hospital in Northwest Arkansas seeks a kennel technician to care for hospitalized and boarding animals, assist clinicians, and maintain clean, safe facilities. Responsibilities include feeding, medicating, restraining animals when needed, and keeping accurate medication and patient records.

Availability on weekends and bilingual English/Spanish are a plus. Join a fast-paced practice offering comprehensive care and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must be able to clean and disinfect kennels and treatment areas.
• Able to restrain animals safely and humanely.
• Comfort with handling cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Able to perform moderately heavy physical tasks (lifting, bending, standing).
• Willingness to administer medications and follow directions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Care for hospitalized and boarding patients including feeding, medicating, and monitoring.
• Assist doctors and staff with exams and patient restraint as needed.
• Maintain proper recordkeeping for medications, foods, and patient status.
• Restock supplies and assist with cleaning, laundry, and instrument sterilization.
• Support safety and sanitation practices on all shifts.

Skills

Cleaning & disinfecting

Animal restraint

Cleaning equipment handling

Physical stamina

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Medication administration

Job description

St. Francis Animal Hospital in Northwest Arkansas seeks a kennel technician to care for hospitalized and boarding animals, assist clinicians, and maintain clean, safe facilities. Responsibilities include feeding, medicating, restraining animals when needed, and keeping accurate medication and patient records.

Availability on weekends and bilingual English/Spanish are a plus. Join a fast-paced practice offering comprehensive care and ongoing training.