Animal Care Attendant / Kennel Technician

Kennel Technician Jobs in Vestavia Hills, AL

Turn Your Love for Animals into a Rewarding Veterinary Career

For many people, a career in veterinary medicine starts with one simple thing—a love for animals.

At Advanced Veterinary Care of Vestavia, our Animal Care Attendants and Kennel Technicians play an important role in caring for the pets who stay with us through boarding, daycare, and hospital services.

This role is about much more than feeding and cleaning. You'll build relationships with pets, learn their personalities, monitor their health and behavior, and help ensure every guest feels safe, comfortable, and cared for while away from home.

Whether you're beginning your career with animals or looking for an opportunity to grow within veterinary medicine, you'll find a team that values your contributions and wants to help you succeed.

Why Animal Care Attendants Choose Advanced Veterinary Care of Vestavia

Pets are family—and we believe they deserve the same compassion and attention when they're in our care.

Our Animal Care Attendants are an essential part of our team. They provide the daily care, observation, and attention that allow pets to feel comfortable while giving owners peace of mind.

Advanced Veterinary Care of Vestavia is a privately owned small animal hospital serving pets and families throughout Vestavia Hills and the Birmingham area. Because our boarding and daycare services are connected to a full-service veterinary hospital, our team has the unique ability to provide exceptional care while having medical support available when needed.

We're proud of the care we provide, but we're even more proud of our people.

Along with being recognized as Vestavia's Best Animal Clinic and Vestavia's Best Pet Boarder & Trainer, we were honored to be nominated as Vestavia's Best Place to Work.

Although we didn't win that category, being recognized alongside some of the area's largest employers was an incredible honor. It showed us that we've created a workplace where people feel supported, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Animal Care Attendant / Kennel Technician, you'll help create a safe, comfortable, and positive experience for every pet in our care.

Your day may include:

• Providing meals and fresh water
• Administering medications as directed
• Cleaning and maintaining boarding suites
• Providing potty breaks and supervised activities
• Supporting daycare play and enrichment activities
• Monitoring pet behavior and overall well-being
• Communicating concerns or changes to the veterinary team
• Providing individualized attention based on each pet's needs
• Helping pets feel comfortable and cared for during their stay

No two days are exactly alike. Every pet has a different personality, and every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.

More Than Animal Care—A Pathway to Growth

Many people who begin in animal care discover a lifelong passion for veterinary medicine.

At Advanced Veterinary Care of Vestavia, we've helped team members grow from kennel roles into new opportunities, including:

• Veterinary Assistant
• Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Dog Trainer
• Other roles within the veterinary field

If you're interested in learning more about animal health, behavior, and patient care, this can be an incredible starting point.

You'll gain valuable experience in:

• Animal handling
• Pet behavior observation
• Communication with veterinary professionals
• Basic patient care
• Understanding the daily operations of a veterinary hospital

Your first step can lead somewhere exciting.

Learn from a Team That Supports You

We know starting a new role can feel overwhelming, especially if you're new to veterinary medicine.

That's why we provide training, guidance, and support from experienced teammates who want you to succeed.

You'll have opportunities to learn from veterinary professionals, ask questions, build confidence, and develop skills that will serve you throughout your career.

We believe curiosity is a strength.

If you want to learn, we're excited to teach you.

Who Thrives Here?

You'll likely enjoy this role if you:

• Love spending time with animals
• Have patience and compassion
• Enjoy staying active throughout the day
• Pay attention to details
• Notice changes in animal behavior or health
• Work well as part of a team
• Take pride in providing excellent care
• Want to continue learning and growing

The best Animal Care Attendants aren't just animal lovers—they're people who understand that every pet deserves kindness, patience, and individualized attention.

A Team That Works Together

Great patient care happens when every department supports one another.

Our Animal Care Attendants work closely with our veterinary team, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives to make sure every pet receives excellent care.

Whether we're helping a boarding pet feel comfortable, supporting a hospitalized patient, or jumping in during a busy day, our team believes in working together.

We celebrate holidays, milestones, accomplishments, and everyday wins because we believe a positive workplace starts with people who care about one another.

Benefits & Perks

We believe taking care of our employees is just as important as taking care of the pets in our care.

Our benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Continuing education support
• Professional uniforms
• Employee pet discounts
• Career development opportunities

Most importantly, you'll join a workplace where your hard work is noticed and appreciated.

Life in Vestavia Hills

Located in the heart of the Birmingham metropolitan area, Vestavia Hills offers a welcoming community with beautiful parks, local restaurants, shopping, and easy access to Birmingham.

Our team enjoys the convenience of nearby favorites like Mark's Mart, IZ Café, and Publix, making it easy to connect with coworkers and enjoy the community we serve.

Ready to Start Your Animal Care Career?

If you're passionate about animals and looking for a place where you can learn, grow, and make a difference every day, Advanced Veterinary Care of Vestavia may be the perfect fit.

Here, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a team that believes in your potential and wants to help you build a rewarding future.

Come build a career where teamwork, compassion, and continuous learning are at the heart of everything we do. Your next opportunity starts here.

Apply today and take the first step toward a career caring for animals and making a difference.