Kennel Technician

Kennel Technician

Westchester Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Technician / Animal Care Attendant to join our team in High Point, NC. As a Kennel Technician, you will play a critical role in patient comfort, cleanliness, and daily care, while supporting our medical team and ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pets and their families. For over 50 years, Westchester Animal Hospital has provided high-quality, compassionate care to pets across High Point and the surrounding Triad communities. We pride ourselves on a team-oriented culture, strong client relationships, and a commitment to helping team members grow within veterinary medicine.

What You'll Do

This is a Kennel Technician / Animal Care role, primarily focused on:

• Animal Care & Kennel Responsibilities
  • Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, including:
    • Feeding, walking, and monitoring appetite and behavior
    • Cleaning and maintaining kennels and enclosures
    • Bathing pets and supporting basic grooming needs
  • Monitor patient comfort, behavior, and overall well-being and report concerns to the medical team
  • Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and small mammals/exotic pets
• Cleaning & Facility Maintenance
  • Perform deep cleaning and sanitation of:
    • Kennels, treatment areas, and exam rooms
    • Laundry and bedding
    • Outdoor play yards and common areas
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional hospital environment at all times
• Client Interaction & Discharge Support
  • Assist with client communication during boarding drop-off and discharge
  • Provide basic education to pet owners regarding:
    • Boarding stay updates
    • Feeding instructions and routine care
  • Ensure a positive, friendly, and professional client experience

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Passion for animal care and comfort working hands-on with pets
• Ability to perform physically active work (lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, bending, walking)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to support cleaning and facility upkeep
• Positive, team-oriented attitude

• Previous experience in:
  • Kennel work
  • Animal boarding/daycare
  • Veterinary or animal care settings
• Comfort working with dogs, cats, and small mammals/exotics

Career Growth Opportunity

This role is a great stepping stone for individuals looking to grow into:

• Veterinary Assistant roles
• Technician training pathways
• Long-term careers in veterinary medicine

We value internal growth and love to promote from within.

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time opportunities available
• Weekend and holiday rotation required
• Flexible scheduling based on hospital needs

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $12.50/hr (negotiable based on experience and skillset)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee pet care discounts
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Why Join Westchester Animal Hospital?

• Build hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital setting
• Be part of a supportive and team-driven culture
• Gain exposure to veterinary medicine and patient care
• Grow your career from the ground up

Apply Today

If you're passionate about animals, enjoy hands-on work, and want to start a career in veterinary medicine, we'd love to meet you.

About Westchester Veterinary Hospital

Westchester Veterinary Hospital, in High Point, NC, provides a full range of medical and surgical services including wellness exams, vaccines, dental care, spay & neuters, behavior, and nutritional counseling, ECG, health certificates, hospitalization, in-house laboratory, tonometry, ultrasound, orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery. We understand that every dog and cat is unique; therefore our doctors develop individual treatment plans based on what would be best for our patients. Our caring, knowledgeable, and highly trained staff sets us apart from other veterinary hospitals. Our practice is a perfect place to learn and grow as part of our exceptional team. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff. Westchester Veterinary Hospital is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Westchester Veterinary Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.