Part Time Kennel Technician
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AmeriVet
Forest Grove, OR, US
Summary
The Kennel Technician provides daily care for hospitalized pets, including feeding, walking, and administering medications. They also assist the veterinary team with patient handling, diagnostic procedures, and maintaining a clean, sanitary hospital environment.
Job Description
Responsibilities include:
- Providing daily care for hospitalized pets, including feeding, watering, walking, and monitoring comfort and well-being
- Administering medications as directed by the veterinary team
- Bathing and brushing pets as needed
- Assisting with patient check-in and check-out procedures
- Maintaining accurate patient records and communicating observations to the veterinary team
- Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, runs, cages, and treatment areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment
- Assisting veterinarians, technicians, and veterinary assistants with patient handling and restraint
- Supporting diagnostic and treatment procedures, including sample collection, radiographs, and laboratory work when appropriate
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming hospital environment
- Providing compassionate care and attention to every patient throughout their stay
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for animal care and welfare
- Dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable handling dogs, cats, and exotic pets of varying sizes and temperaments
- Previous animal care, kennel, boarding, or veterinary experience is a plus, but we're happy to train the right person
What We Offer
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals while caring for a wide variety of patients, including dogs, cats, and exotics
At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.
Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
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Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
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Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
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Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
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Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
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A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.
At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
AmeriVet Veterinary Partners is building the future of veterinary care — rooted in community, shaped by compassion, and driven by innovation.
Our story has always been about community: the kind that strengthens relationships among veterinarians and pet owners, unites care teams and neighborhoods, and ties people to purpose. With over 200 hospitals across the U.S., we’re proud to support veterinary teams and the communities they serve — empowering them with tools, resources, and connection.
Our mission is simple: To strengthen the communities we serve by providing personalized veterinary care. Because when we care for one another, we make it possible to care better — for every pet, and every team.
At AmeriVet, we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career — no matter where you start.
Rooted in community. Personalized by pet. United by care.
Founded
2017
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Veterinary Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
San Antonio, Texas
AmeriVet Veterinary Partners is building the future of veterinary care — rooted in community, shaped by compassion, and driven by innovation.
Our story has always been about community: the kind that strengthens relationships among veterinarians and pet owners, unites care teams and neighborhoods, and ties people to purpose. With over 200 hospitals across the U.S., we’re proud to support veterinary teams and the communities they serve — empowering them with tools, resources, and connection.
Our mission is simple: To strengthen the communities we serve by providing personalized veterinary care. Because when we care for one another, we make it possible to care better — for every pet, and every team.
At AmeriVet, we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career — no matter where you start.
Rooted in community. Personalized by pet. United by care.
Founded
2017
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Veterinary Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
San Antonio, Texas