Pet Care Attendant- Rockford, IL

Vetcor • Rockford, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bellwood Animal Hospital is hiring a Pet Care Attendant. This is a part-time role with negotiable salary based on experience. The schedule will be discussed during the interview process, with rotating Saturdays required. The hospital is a five-doctor small animal and exotic practice in Rockford, Illinois, known for providing high-quality medicine and exceptional client service. They are looking for a Pet Care Attendant who is passionate about patient care, teamwork, and creating a clean, comfortable environment for the animals. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, helping wherever needed, and being part of a supportive veterinary team.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for animal care and patient well-being
• Comfort working in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Compassionate and professional communication skills
• Excellent multitasking skills and the ability to remain calm in a busy environment
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and willingness to jump in without waiting to be asked
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a team-first approach
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards
• Willingness to learn and continue developing your animal-care skills

Nice To Haves

• Previous veterinary clinic, hospital, boarding, or animal-care experience
• Familiarity with veterinary terminology and hospital workflows

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate daily care for animals in the hospital
• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, runs, treatment areas, and other patient-care spaces
• Feed, water, walk, and monitor patients according to hospital protocols
• Complete laundry and help maintain appropriate sanitation standards throughout the hospital
• Observe patients for changes in behavior or condition and communicate concerns to the medical team
• Assist teammates with safe patient handling and movement as needed
• Keep animal-care areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards
• Restock supplies and help maintain an efficient hospital environment
• Support hospital cleanliness across treatment and kennel areas
• Jump in wherever needed to help keep the day running smoothly

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching
• 529 Savings Plan
• Referral bonuses
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Employee pet discounts
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Additional health and wellness benefits based on eligibility
• Quarterly team bonuses
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Predictable scheduling
• No nights or holiday hours
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• Tuition Support Program (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 for eligible full-time employees after one year of service.
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed