Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital and Emergency at South Saunders is seeking an experience Kennel Technician to join our 24-hour full-service veterinary hospital serving Raleigh and surrounding areas.

Oak Heart at South Saunders is a 24-hour primary care and emergency practice located inside the beltline of Raleigh. In addition to the state-of-the-art veterinary hospital, the practice houses a boarding/daycare and grooming facility with on-site training.

Position: Kennel Technician

Location: Oak Heart South Saunders

Availability: Must be available on holidays and weekends

Kennel Technician Job Responsibilities:

As a Kennel Technician at Oak Heart South Saunders, you will play a pivotal role in the daily operations of our facility. Your primary responsibilities will include:

-Animal Care and Supervision: Provide compassionate and responsible care to all boarding and daycare pets. Ensure their safety, comfort, and health are top priorities.

-Feeding and Medication: Prepare and administer meals and medications as per individual pet requirements, adhering to prescribed schedules and dietary instructions.

-Exercise and Playtime: Engage in regular play sessions and supervised group interactions to keep our furry guests active, entertained, and socially stimulated.

-Cleaning and Sanitization: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kennel areas, including regular cleaning of cages, play yards, and common spaces.

-Customer Interaction: Interact professionally and courteously with pet parents, providing updates on their pets and addressing any concerns or questions.

-Monitoring Health and Behavior: Observe pets for any signs of illness, injury, or behavioral changes, promptly reporting to the on-duty veterinarian or supervisor.

-Supporting Facility Operations: Assist in various tasks such as receiving new pet guests, completing intake paperwork, organizing supplies, and ensuring proper inventory management.

-Team Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure seamless coordination and teamwork, providing the best possible care for our furry residents.

Kennel Technician Qualifications:

-To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

- Passion for Animals: A genuine love for animals and a strong commitment to their well-being is essential.

- Reliable Availability: Flexibility to work holidays and weekends is required to accommodate our pets' needs.

- Physical Stamina: The role involves active engagement with pets, including lifting, walking, and standing for extended periods.

- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to cleanliness, hygiene, and safety is crucial to maintain a healthy environment for our pets.

- Positive Attitude: A cheerful and upbeat demeanor that contributes to a positive work atmosphere.

- Excellent Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with team members and pet parents is crucial for smooth operations.

- Experience: While prior experience in a similar role is a plus, we welcome dedicated animal lovers with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Ideal Candidate:
-Compassionate

-Self-motivated

-Prior animal care experience preferred but not required.

·Exceptional Customer Service and Communication Skills

-Positive attitude

-Must be able to multitask and thrive in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat most of the workday.
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to forty pounds with or without accommodation.

Rewards and benefits include:

• Tuition assistance provided to veterinary assistants interested in becoming credentialed technicians.
• A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Dental and vision coverage available
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting.
• Life insurance for yourself, spouse, and eligible dependents available
• Paid time off / holidays
• Health Savings Account available
• Short term disability available
• Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available.
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.