# Kennel Assistant/Technician

**Company:** [Associated Veterinary Partners](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/obGZ7Y3PEEWAkMkmdm3qQb.md)
**Location:** Chelan, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** The Village Veterinarian

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## Description

The Village Veterinarian in Chelan, WA, is seeking a reliable and hardworking, full-time Kennel Technician to join our team. We are a community-focused animal clinic known for delivering the utmost devoted gold-standard of care and exceptional service to the pets of Chelan and surrounding areas.

**Why Join The Village Veterinarian?**

Joining our clinic means becoming part of a team that values compassion, empathy and community in the everyday nuance of the way we practice veterinary care. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, work-life balance, and a mental-health-forward culture.

**Why You’ll Love Working Here:**

-   Competitive compensation package.
-   Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
-   Supportive and friendly work environment.
-   Benefits package that includes health insurance and paid time off.

## Requirements

**Responsibilities:**

-   Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and other animal housing areas.
-   Keep laundry, dishes, and shared spaces clean, organized, and continuously running on schedule.
-   Fully restock supplies in exam rooms, treatment areas, and around the clinic throughout the day.
-   Monitor cleaning and animal-care supply levels and flag the team when inventory is low.
-   Walk, feed, and monitor pets in our care as needed during the day, noting any changes to the medical team.
-   Help move patients safely between kennels, runs, cages, and exam or treatment rooms.
-   Step in to help restrain animals during basic handling while appointments and surgeries are running, as needed.
-   Keep indoor and outdoor areas (break rooms, office, lobby, exam rooms, yards/runs) clean, secure and presentable.
-   Follow all clinic safety and sanitation protocols.

**Qualifications:**

-   Experience with animals a plus--farm hands, house cleaners with animal-handling experience, and those with similar backgrounds are encouraged to apply
-   Comfortable and confident handling dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments.
-   Passion and empathy for animals, and a commitment to promoting animal health.Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
-   Able to safely lift approximately 50 lbs and remain on your feet for a full shift.
-   High school diploma or equivalent; further education in animal care preferred.

## Benefits

### Why You'll Love Working Here

-   **$18.00--$22.00/hr**, based on experience
-   401(k) with match
-   Health insurance
-   Paid time off
-   Employee pet-care discount
-   Room to grow, including cross-training toward clinical assisting
-   A team you'll actually want to come to work with!

### **About Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP)**

**The Village Veterinarian** is proudly partnered with **Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP)**, a vet-founded and operated network focused on empowering local practices. Unlike many corporate groups, AVP is not private equity-backed, ensuring long-term success and team well-being.

AVP provides operational support while preserving the unique identity of each clinic. As a proud supporter of **Not One More Vet (NOMV)**, AVP is committed to promoting mental **health**, **wellness**, and **professional growth** in the veterinary community.

If you're ready to advance your career in a practice that values collaboration, innovation, and high-quality care, we can't wait to hear from you! Apply today!