Company DescriptionOak View Animal Clinic in Pea Ridge, AR, conveniently located near Bentonville, is looking for a caring and dependable veterinary kennel technician to join our team! We are a well-established, progressive 3-doctor small animal practice providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to pets and their families throughout Northwest Arkansas.

Our fast-paced veterinary hospital offers a variety of services, including preventive care, surgery, high-speed dentistry, in-house diagnostics, digital dental radiology, medical and vacation boarding, and more. You'll work alongside a friendly, experienced, and supportive veterinary team that values collaboration, growth, and excellent patient care. Many of our team members have been with us for years, creating a welcoming environment where you can feel supported while developing your veterinary skills.

To learn more about us click here. Job DescriptionWhat You'll DoAs a veterinary kennel technician, you'll play an important role in the daily care and comfort of hospitalized patients and boarding pets. You'll work closely with veterinary assistants and doctors to make sure every animal receives attentive, compassionate care.

Your responsibilities will include:

Feeding, watering, walking, bathing, and caring for hospitalized and boarding animalsCleaning kennels, treatment areas, equipment, and other veterinary spacesAdministering medications as directed after appropriate trainingMonitoring appetite, behavior, medications, and overall condition and documenting observations accuratelyRecognizing and communicating changes or abnormal conditions to the veterinary teamProviding post-operative care and assisting with hospitalized patientsAssisting veterinary assistants and doctors with safe animal restraint and examinationsRestocking veterinary and hospital suppliesCompleting laundry and maintaining clean, organized work areasLearning proper cleaning and sterilization procedures for surgical instrumentsFollowing written and verbal instructions and maintaining accurate patient recordsQualificationsWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working hands-on with animals. Previous veterinary kennel technician or animal care experience is helpful, but we're most interested in finding someone who is willing to learn and genuinely cares about the well-being of pets.

The ideal candidate will have:

A patient and compassionate approach to sick, scared, or injured animalsThe ability to safely handle and restrain animals of different sizes and temperamentsStrong attention to detail and the ability to follow directionsThe ability to learn medication administration and recognize potential health concernsAn understanding of basic cleaning and disinfecting practices, or the willingness to learnStrong teamwork and communication skillsThe ability to perform physical work, including lifting and handling large dogs, bags of litter, pet food, and other suppliesThe ability to maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with clients and veterinary team membersIf you're looking for a veterinary kennel technician position where your work directly impacts the comfort and well-being of animals every day, Oak View Animal Clinic would love to meet you. Join a veterinary team that combines advanced medicine with a caring, supportive culture!

Additional InformationWe offer our staff:

Compensation:

Starting at $15/hr depending on experience Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral 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 pre-employment screening.

•Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.