Kennel Technician / Room Assistant

Kennel Technician / Room Assistant - Healthy Paws Animal Hospital Looking for more than just a job with animals? At Healthy Paws Animal Hospital, every role matters. We believe in a team that works together to provide exceptional care to our patients and clients. We're hiring a Kennel Technician / Room Assistant to support our doctors and technicians in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone interested in veterinary medicine, but it's also a role that requires strong work ethic, teamwork, and attention to detail .

What You'll Actually Be Doing:

Cleaning kennels, cages, exam rooms, and hospital areas (a large part of the role) Feeding, walking, and monitoring boarded and hospitalized animals Safely handling and restraining animals during exams and treatments Assisting veterinarians and technicians throughout the day Laundry, stocking, and keeping the clinic running smoothly Observing and reporting changes in patient condition What It Takes to

Succeed:

Comfortable with physical work, cleaning, odors, and animal waste Able to lift 50 lbs and be on your feet most of the day Calm, confident, and compassionate with animals Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction and feedback Strong team player; ready to jump in and help wherever needed Our Culture & Values We are committed to: Exceptional customer service Personalized, compassionate patient care Open and honest team communication A growth mindset and continuous learning Supporting each other and our hospital's mission every day Our purpose is to be a leader in affordable, compassionate veterinary care in Gladewater and the surrounding communities. We focus on educating our clients, building lasting relationships, and creating a supportive, rewarding workplace for our team.

Schedule & Details:

Full-time (~35 hours/week) 4-day work week Rotating weekend and holiday kennel duties What to

Expect:

This role is about 70% cleaning and facility care, 20% animal handling, and 10% the fun stuff. It's physically demanding and sometimes messy, but it's essential, meaningful work and a great way to get your foot in the door in veterinary medicine.

Pay:

$14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount On-the-job training Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Are you available to work weekends and holidays as needed? This position involves daily cleaning of kennels, bodily fluids, and physical labor. Are you comfortable with that? Are you comfortable handling large, anxious, or potentially aggressive dogs and cats? Have you had any attendance issues (frequent tardiness/absences) in the past 6 months? Are you currently employed? Why do you want to work in a veterinary clinic (not just 'because you love animals')?

Work Location:

In person