Veterinary Kennel Technician

Join the Green Summit Animal Clinic Team - Where Compassion Meets Excellence For over 20 years, Green Summit Animal Clinic has proudly served the pets and families of Lee's Summit and the surrounding communities. We're passionate about delivering exceptional veterinary care and building lasting relationships with our clients. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare that enhances the lives of our patients and supports the families who love them. We believe that great veterinary care goes hand-in-hand with client education. Many pet owners may feel unsure or overwhelmed when it comes to their pet's health—and we're here to change that. Our entire team is committed to making veterinary visits as clear, comfortable, and convenient as possible. At Green Summit, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics and care. Our veterinarians and support staff treat every pet as if they were their own. Through ongoing education and investment in cutting-edge technology, we stay ahead of the curve and bring the best possible care to every patient, every time. If you're passionate about animal health, thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, and want to work with a team that truly values its people and patients, we'd love to meet you! Make a meaningful impact - join Green Summit Animal Clinic today. Job duties include, but are not limited to: As a Kennel Technician, you'll play an important role in providing compassionate care for our hospitalized and boarding patients. You'll help ensure pets are safe, comfortable, and well cared for while supporting our veterinary team with daily hospital operations. Responsibilities include: Provide daily care, feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating of hospitalized and boarding pets. Monitor and document appetite, behavior, medications, and any changes in a patient's condition. Clean and disinfect kennels, treatment areas, and hospital equipment. Wash laundry and restock hospital supplies. Assist veterinarians and veterinary assistants with animal restraint, exams, and post-operative patient care. Clean and sterilize surgical instruments. Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment. This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented veterinary setting. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: Previous animal care/kennel experience required Weekend availability is required. Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes. Comfortable performing physical tasks, including lifting, standing, walking, and handling large dogs, pet food, and supplies. Knowledge of proper cleaning and disinfecting practices or willingness to learn. Compassionate, patient, and calm when caring for sick, injured, or anxious animals. Ability to learn how to administer medications and recognize changes in an animal's condition. Strong communication skills with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Reliable team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Additional Information We offer our staff: Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr Alliance Animal Health