Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Kennel Technician

Alliance Animal Health  •  Pea Ridge, AR (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Join the Oak View Animal Clinic Team!

Located in Pea Ridge, AR, conveniently near Bentonville, Oak View Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive 3-doctor small animal practice providing high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families throughout Northwest Arkansas.

Our fast-paced hospital offers a wide range of services, including preventative care, surgery, high-speed dentistry, in-house diagnostics, digital dental radiology, medical and vacation boarding, and more

We are proud to have a friendly, experienced, and supportive team that values collaboration, growth, and exceptional patient care. Many of our team members have been with us for years, creating a welcoming environment where employees feel valued and supported.

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and looking to join a team that combines advanced medicine with a caring culture, we would love to meet you!

To learn more about us click here

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

As a Kennel Technician, you'll play an important role in providing compassionate care for our hospitalized and boarding patients. You'll help ensure pets are safe, comfortable, and well cared for while supporting our veterinary team with daily hospital operations.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide daily care, feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating of hospitalized and boarding pets.
  • Monitor and document appetite, behavior, medications, and any changes in a patient's condition.
  • Clean and disinfect kennels, treatment areas, and hospital equipment.
  • Wash laundry and restock hospital supplies.
  • Assist veterinarians and veterinary assistants with animal restraint, exams, and post-operative patient care.
  • Clean and sterilize surgical instruments.
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.

This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented veterinary setting.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with:

  • Weekend availability is required.
  • Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes.
  • Comfortable performing physical tasks, including lifting, standing, walking, and handling large dogs, pet food, and supplies.
  • Knowledge of proper cleaning and disinfecting practices or willingness to learn.
  • Compassionate, patient, and calm when caring for sick, injured, or anxious animals.
  • Ability to learn how to administer medications and recognize changes in an animal's condition.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Reliable team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
  • 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 visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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Alliance Animal Health

About Alliance Animal Health

At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community.

When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.​

Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way.

Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.

Industry
Veterinary & Animal Care
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Rye Brook, New York
Year Founded
2016
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