Veterinary Technician/Kennel Attendant

Vetcor; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth retirement savings

Health insurance

Sick time / Paid time off

Tuition support

Referral program

Discounts

Uniform allowance

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Lab work for employees' pets

Job summary

Karns Animal Clinic, part of Vetcor, is hiring a full-time Kennel Technician to care for hospitalized and boarding animals, assist with surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring, and general kennel operations.

You will work with a supportive team in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities for growth, benefits, and dedicated coworkers who value quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience in kennel or veterinary care preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Compassionate and dependable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for animals, including feeding, watering, and exercise.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and work areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Monitor patients’ health and behavior and report concerns to a supervisor or veterinarian.
• Prepare patients for surgery by shaving, cleaning, and disinfecting surgical sites.
• Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and patient status during surgical procedures.
• Provide post-operative care, including monitoring recovery, supporting pain management, and dressing wounds as directed.
• Clean, sanitize, pack, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment.
• Support the hospital and kennel teams with additional patient-care and cleaning responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Animal care experience

Kennel duties

Teamwork

Organization

Job description

Who We Are

Who We Are

Karns Animal Clinic is Hiring a Kennel Technician!

Position Details

Role: Kennel Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: Full-time schedule. Weekends are required.

Experience: Previous kennel, animal care, or veterinary experience preferred

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program, and Referral Bonus Program.
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision, supplemental insurance options, Health Savings Account, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, free or discounted Antech lab work for employee pets, pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program.
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education allowance, uniform allowance, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife professional community.
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program.

Looking for a hands-on veterinary role where every day brings something new and your work directly supports pets throughout their hospital and kennel stay?

Karns Animal Clinic is searching for a full-time Kennel Technician to join our fantastic team. We have a strong structure that supports consistent, high-quality medical care, but we also know how to have fun while working through the fast-paced and rewarding challenges of veterinary medicine.

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Karns Animal Clinic, our Kennel Technicians play an important role in caring for pets staying in both our hospital and kennel. You’ll work alongside a supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth, mutual respect, and a people-first approach.

This role offers the opportunity to provide essential daily animal care while also supporting surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and hospital operations. It’s an active position for someone who enjoys learning, helping others, and making a meaningful difference for every patient.

What You’ll Do

• Provide daily care for animals, including feeding, watering, and exercise.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and work areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Monitor patients’ health and behavior and report concerns to a supervisor or veterinarian.
• Prepare patients for surgery by shaving, cleaning, and disinfecting surgical sites.
• Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and patient status during surgical procedures.
• Provide post-operative care, including monitoring recovery, supporting pain management, and dressing wounds as directed.
• Clean, sanitize, pack, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment.
• Support the hospital and kennel teams with additional patient-care and cleaning responsibilities as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine passion for animal care and patient well-being.
• A dependable, compassionate, and attentive approach to your work.
• The ability to stay organized and effective in a fast-paced environment.
• A willingness to ask for help and offer help to others.
• Empathy for clients, coworkers, patients, and yourself.
• A positive, supportive attitude grounded in teamwork and mutual respect.
• A desire to grow professionally while encouraging the growth of your teammates.
• Previous kennel, animal care, or veterinary experience is preferred.

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

You’ll become part of a team of dedicated professionals who put people first and understand that remarkable results come from supporting one another. You’ll gain hands-on experience across kennel care, hospital patient support, surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care while building skills that can support a rewarding veterinary career.

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Don’t miss this opportunity to join an amazing team that values quality care, professional growth, teamwork, and having fun along the way. If you think you’re the Kennel Technician we’re looking for, apply today so we can meet you!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Karns Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing unique perspectives and experiences that strengthen our team. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees feel comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.