Kennel Technician

Department: Boarding

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: High Point, North Carolina

Description

Westchester Animal Hospital is seeking a Kennel Technician / Animal Care Attendant to join our team in High Point, NC.
As a Kennel Technician, you will play a critical role in patient comfort, cleanliness, and daily care, while supporting our medical team and ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pets and their families.

For over 50 years, Westchester Animal Hospital has provided high-quality, compassionate care to pets across High Point and the surrounding Triad communities.
We pride ourselves on a team-oriented culture, strong client relationships, and a commitment to helping team members grow within veterinary medicine.

🐶 What You’ll Do

This is a Kennel Technician / Animal Care role, primarily focused on:

• •  Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets, including: 
    •  Feeding, walking, and monitoring appetite and behavior 
    •  Cleaning and maintaining kennels and enclosures 
    •  Bathing pets and supporting basic grooming needs 
  •  Monitor patient comfort, behavior, and overall well-being and report concerns to the medical team 
  •  Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and small mammals/exotic pets
• •  Perform deep cleaning and sanitation of: 
    •  Kennels, treatment areas, and exam rooms 
    •  Laundry and bedding 
    •  Outdoor play yards and common areas 
  •  Maintain a clean, organized, and professional hospital environment at all times 
• •  Assist with client communication during boarding drop-off and discharge
  •  Provide basic education to pet owners regarding: 
    •  Boarding stay updates 
    •  Feeding instructions and routine care 
  •  Ensure a positive, friendly, and professional client experience

🎯 What We’re Looking For

Required:

•  High school diploma or GED 
•  Passion for animal care and comfort working hands-on with pets 
•  Ability to perform physically active work (lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, bending, walking) 
•  Strong work ethic and willingness to support cleaning and facility upkeep
•  Positive, team-oriented attitude 

Preferred:

•  Previous experience in: 
  •  Kennel work 
  •  Animal boarding/daycare 
  •  Veterinary or animal care settings 
•  Comfort working with dogs, cats, and small mammals/exotics

What We Offer

This role is a great stepping stone for individuals looking to grow into:

•  Veterinary Assistant roles 
•  Technician training pathways 
•  Long-term careers in veterinary medicine 

We value internal growth and love to promote from within.

•  Full-time or part-time opportunities available 
•  Weekend and holiday rotation required 
•  Flexible scheduling based on hospital needs 

• Starting Pay: $12.50/hr (negotiable based on experience and skillset) 
•  Paid Time Off (PTO) 
•  Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
•  401(k) with employer match 
•  Employee pet care discounts 
•  Ongoing training and development opportunities 

•  Build hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital setting
•  Be part of a supportive and team-driven culture
•  Gain exposure to veterinary medicine and patient care 
•  Grow your career from the ground up 

If you’re passionate about animals, enjoy hands-on work, and want to start a career in veterinary medicine, we’d love to meet you.