Pet Care Attendant - Johnston, IA

Vetcor•Johnston, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Village Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Pet Care Attendant to join their team. This part-time role is ideal for someone who enjoys caring for animals, staying active, and being part of a supportive team. The Pet Care Attendant will help keep the clinic running smoothly, especially during busy periods and when additional support is needed.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Strong reliability, teamwork, and communication skills.
Compassion for animals and commitment to their well-being.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with animals is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide food, water, and clean bedding for all animals as directed.
Administer medications under veterinary supervision following proper training and established protocols.
Monitor appetite, behavior, urination/defecation, and overall comfort.
Report any abnormalities or concerns promptly to the veterinary staff.
Safely handle dogs and cats of varying sizes, temperaments, and medical conditions.
Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and common areas during designated shifts.
Launder bedding, towels, and clinic laundry.
Follow all hospital cleaning protocols and infection control standards.
Walk dogs (including those that may pull strongly on leash).
Provide supervised playtime and enrichment activities as appropriate.
Ensure safe handling of animals that may be fearful, stressed, or fractious.
Assist with patient intake and discharge for boarding/grooming.
Support reception duties as needed, including answering phones during Sunday evening pickup hours.
Communicate effectively with team members to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain flexibility to support changing clinic needs, including shift adjustments and cross-functional tasks.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
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)
In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
Sick Time / Paid Time Off