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Veterinary Kennel Technician/Assistant

Community Animal Hospital of Royal Palm Beach

About the Role

Community Animal Hospital of Royal Palm Beach is Hiring a Veterinary Kennel Technician/Veterinary Assistant!

 

Position Details

  • Role: Kennel Technician/Veterinary Assistant
  • Status: Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable and based on experience 
  • Schedule: 4-day work week with rotating weekends 

Community Animal Hospital of Royal Palm Beach is looking to add a Kennel Technician/Veterinary Assistant to our dedicated and close-knit team!  If you’re someone who enjoys hands-on animal care, thrives in a team-focused environment, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

 

Why Our Kennel Technician/Veterinary Assistants Love Community Animal Hospital of Royal Palm Beach

 

At Community Animal Hospital of Royal Palm Beach, we’ve been proudly serving our community for over 35 years, providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets of all kinds—including dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, and birds.  We’re an AAHA-accredited hospital that truly values compassion, communication, and collaboration. Our team is incredibly supportive, and we’ve built a family-like culture where everyone plays an important role—and feels appreciated for it.

 

Even better? We prioritize work-life balance:

  • 4-day work week
  • Rotating weekends
  • No nights, on-call, or emergency shifts

What Our Kennel Technician/Veterinary Assistants Bring

  • Previous animal care or veterinary experience preferred (but not required—we’re happy to train!)
  • Self-motivated, reliable, and team-oriented mindset
  • Strong work ethic and ability to stay busy in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable working with animals of all sizes and temperaments
  • Good communication skills and phone presence
  • Experience with EzyVet is a plus, but not required
  • Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
  • A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
  • Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Do

  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized kennel and hospital areas
  • Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets
  • Assist veterinary technicians and doctors with patient handling and care
  • Administer medications as directed
  • Bathe pets, trim nails, and assist with basic grooming tasks
  • Fill prescriptions and support treatment prep
  • Stock supplies and keep all areas organized
  • Help with laundry, trash, and general hospital upkeep
  • Maintain the exterior of the hospital
  • Answer phones and assist with client communication as needed

Benefits You Can’t Beat

 

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
  • Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
  • Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Six paid holidays (full-time only)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount program

 

Join Our Team!

 

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a difference, grow your skills, and be part of a team that truly feels like family, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!

 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Community Animal Hospital of Royal Palm Beach and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.


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Benefits

Why You'll Love Vetcor

 
 
 
 
 

Join the BEST support network, with an emphasis on individuality

There is a career path for everybody and not a one size fits all approach.

  • Vetcor Team: You are joining a team of hospitals that opens the door to collaboration with a stable corporation at your back.
  • Local Practice: Join a unique practice that benefits from the larger family but thrives on their individuality. Practice medicine with full autonomy and the support of experienced DVM leaders when you need it.
 

Take advantage of programs designed with YOU in mind

Join a group of motivated veterinary professionals while taking advantage of employee programs, resources, and fantastic benefits. Join one of our many collaboration groups for Hospital Managers, Techs, and Vets! Plus, we love supporting growth in your teams' desired career paths. Gain access to mentorship at all levels, continuing education, wellness resources, and more!

 

Be the cornerstone of your pet COMMUNITY

Feel the pride of being part of a network of reputable and sought-after practices. You have been empowered to leave your mark on the community and it is a difference you can feel. Not only does your work benefit the lives of individual pets and their people, but your hard work and dedication has made you a cornerstone of your pet community.

 

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