Job Description

Veterinary Kennel Technician & Licensed Groomer

We are seeking a skilled Veterinary Kennel Technician & Licensed Groomer to join our veterinary clinic team. This unique role combines hands-on patient care with professional grooming services, offering an opportunity to contribute to both the medical and aesthetic well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding patients, including feeding, monitoring, exercising, and maintaining clean, sanitary kennel facilities.

• Assist the veterinary team by observing and reporting patient health, behavior, and comfort.

• Perform grooming services such as bathing, haircuts, trimming, de-shedding, and nail care in accordance with clinic and industry standards.

• Communicate professionally with clients regarding grooming preferences, patient updates, and follow-up care.

• Ensure safety, efficiency, and a high level of patient and client satisfaction in all services provided.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a kennel technician in a veterinary or professional animal care setting required.

• Licensed/Certified Groomer with demonstrated grooming experience.

• Strong animal handling skills and a commitment to patient safety and comfort.

• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Compensation:

• Kennel Technician duties: $16.50/hour

• Grooming services: Commission-based pay

Additional Information

** We offer our staff:**

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• 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 Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• 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._**

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

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