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Kennel Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Bradenton, FL - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 16 - 18
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
20 August 2026 (22 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Build Your Career. Care for Pets. Be Part of the Team.
Ranch Animal Hospital is looking for a dependable compassionate and hardworking Kennel Technician to join our growing team in Bradenton Florida.
If you love working with animals and want to be part of a veterinary hospital where your work directly impacts the comfort and care of every patient this could be the opportunity for you.
Whether your background is in kennel care boarding animal care dog daycare veterinary assisting or pet care we want to meet you.
At Ranch Animal Hospital our Kennel Technicians are an important part of the veterinary team. Youll help care for hospitalized and boarding pets maintain a clean and welcoming hospital and support the doctors veterinary technicians and client service team throughout the day.
You wont just care for pets here. Youll become part of a team that cares about them and each other.
Schedule and Compensation
$16.50$18.00 per hour based on experience
Consistent Full-Time Schedule:
- Tuesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
A predictable schedule gives you the stability to build relationships with your teammates patients and clients while becoming an integral part of our hospital.
What Youll Do
As a Kennel Technician you will help ensure our patients receive exceptional care while maintaining a clean safe and welcoming environment.
Patient and Boarding Care
- Feed walk exercise and monitor boarding and hospitalized pets
- Provide compassionate daily care for dogs and cats
- Administer medications as directed by the veterinary team
- Monitor patient behavior appetite comfort and overall condition
- Communicate concerns promptly to the veterinary team
- Provide gentle patient-focused handling throughout each pets stay
Hospital Support
- Clean and disinfect kennels cages runs treatment areas and equipment
- Maintain a clean safe and organized hospital environment
- Assist with laundry stocking and daily hospital tasks
- Help maintain a comfortable and welcoming environment for patients and their families
Be Part of the Team
- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care and animal handling
- Assist with patient restraint when appropriate
- Work closely with the client service team and other hospital departments
- Help keep patient care and daily hospital operations running smoothly
- Step in where needed and contribute to a positive team environment
Qualifications & Experience
Were looking for someone who is dependable hardworking compassionate and ready to be part of a team.
You should have:
- 1 year of experience in animal care boarding kennel operations veterinary medicine or a related field preferred
- Comfort handling dogs and cats of different sizes breeds and temperaments
- A strong work ethic and attention to detail
- The ability to work efficiently in a busy veterinary environment
- A positive team-oriented attitude
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- A genuine passion for caring for animals
Veterinary experience is helpful but were equally interested in people who bring the right attitude work ethic and desire to learn.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
- Frequently stand walk bend kneel and reach throughout the workday
- Comfortable working around animal dander cleaning products veterinary chemicals and varying noise levels
- Ability to safely handle and restrain animals when necessary
What We Offer
Were building a teamnot simply filling positions.
As a Kennel Technician youll work alongside veterinary professionals who understand that excellent patient care starts with the people providing it. Youll gain hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital while learning how patient care nursing boarding and hospital operations come together.
For team members who want to grow this can be a starting point for a long-term career in veterinary medicine.
Opportunities may include growth into roles such as:
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician
- Client Service Representative
- Leadership and Hospital Support
We want people who are excited to learn contribute and grow with us.
Full-Time Benefits
Eligible full-time team members have access to:
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health and Wellness Resources
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Professional Development and Training
- Career Growth Opportunities Across the Veterinary Network
Come Grow With Us
If youre looking for a Kennel Technician Boarding Technician Animal Care Attendant or Veterinary Assistant opportunity in Bradenton FL and want to join a team where your work matters wed love to meet you.
Bring your compassion. Bring your work ethic. Bring your love for animals.
Well provide the opportunity to learn grow and build a career in veterinary medicine.
Apply today and become part of the Ranch Animal Hospital team.
Apply today and become part of the Ranch Animal Hospital team.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
