Kennel Attendant

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide daily care for boarded animals, including feeding, watering, walking, bathing, and monitoring behavior and health. 

• If applicable, kennel attendants may provide care to hospitalized patients only when directed and supervised by the medical team. 

• Safely transport animals between kennels, exam rooms, and the lobby, ensuring gentle handling and patient comfort. 

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with restraint, positioning, and minor procedures as directed. 

• Follow detailed feeding, medication, and exercise instructions for boarding pets. 

• Monitor and report any health or behavioral changes in animals to kennel leadership/medical team promptly. 

• Maintain cleanliness, disinfection, and organization of all kennels, runs, and facility areas, including outdoor spaces, in accordance with hospital protocols and operating standards. 

• Support a positive client experience by greeting owners, answering phones, assisting with belongings, and ensuring clear and calm communication throughout the boarding process. 

• Assist in completion of daily opening, closing, and cleaning checklists to a high standard. 

• Manage inventory of cleaning and kennel supplies and report replenishment needs as appropriate. 

• Unpack and organize deliveries, restock treatment and exam areas, and remove expired or damaged items as needed. 

• Work collaboratively and proactively with team members, offering help whenever needed to support smooth hospital operations. 

• Perform all other duties as assigned.   

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Previous experience in a kennel, animal care, or boarding facility preferred.  

• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and compassionate animal care. 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds. 

• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.  

• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards. 

Hours:  

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations 

Compensation and Benefits: 

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program. 

Veterinary Technician

Position Summary: 

The Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical, clinical, and client education duties that enhance efficiency, promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and elevate the overall client experience. The Veterinary Technician also assists in maintaining consistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring. 

• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care. 

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring. 

• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate. 

• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. 

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed, maintaining strict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations. 

• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances. 

• Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system. 

• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing. 

• Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations. 

• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures. 

• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed. 

• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments. 

• Ensure all duties are performed in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies. 

• Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician preferred. 

• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry. 

• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations. 

• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service. 

• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids. 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds. 

• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.  

• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards. 

Hours:  

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations 

Compensation and Benefits:  

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.