Animal Care Assistant- Entry Level (Weekends)

ShotVet; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

ShotVet is seeking an Animal Care Assistant for a weekend mobile clinic in Mechanicsville, VA. No experience is required and paid training is provided. A valid driver’s license is required, and travel is part of the role.

You will handle and comfort dogs and cats, assist with check-in, paperwork and client support, and help with clinic setup and breakdown. This entry-level position is ideal for students interested in veterinary medicine or anyone who enjoys travel and animal care, with potential

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Willing to travel with weekend schedule.
• No experience required – paid training provided.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Handle and comfort dogs and cats.
• Assist with check-in, paperwork, and client support.
• Support clinic setup and breakdown.

Skills

Dog handling

Cat handling

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Animal Care Assistant (Weekend Mobile Clinic)– No Experience Needed!

Location: Mechanicsville, VA (Traveling is required) Schedule: Friday–Sunday Pay: Competitive Hourly Rate + Bonus Opportunities Experience: No experience required – Paid training provided

Love animals? Start your career in veterinary care with ShotVet helping veterinarians provide affordable pet vaccine and wellness clinics for dogs and cats.

What You’ll Do

Handle and comfort dogs and cats

Help with check-in, paperwork, and client support

Support clinic setup and breakdown

Requirements

Valid driver’s license required and HS Diploma or GED

Comfortable handling dogs and cats; Highly Preferred - existing knowledge in Preventative Wellness for pets

Able to lift up to 40 lbs

Reliable and team-oriented

Perfect For

Students interested in veterinary medicine

Future Veterinary Assistants / Vet Techs

Anyone looking for an entry level animal care job

Those who like to travel!