Pet Care Attendant - Chelmsford, MA

Vetcor; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee discounts for pets

Job summary

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Pet Care Attendant to join our team. This full-time position involves caring for dogs and cats in both kennel and hospital settings, including walks, feeding, and keeps spaces clean and comfortable.

We value independence, reliability, and a compassionate attitude toward pets and people. Nights and weekends are required, with competitive pay and a robust benefits package through Vetcor.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Caring, compassionate attitude toward pets and people.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs, including hospitalized patients and boarding guests.
• Clean and sanitize dog runs and cat cages in kennel and hospital areas.
• Feed boarding pets according to their feeding instructions.
• Keep the kennel area clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Interact with clients in a friendly, professional way during drop‑off, pick‑up, and daily contact.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independent worker

Compassionate attitude

Night/weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Position Details

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

Role: Pet Care Attendant. Status: Full-Time. Salary: $16.50 - $18 per hour. Schedule: Flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Do you love spending your day with dogs and cats, and take pride in keeping them clean, comfortable, and cared for while they’re away from home?

At Countryside Veterinary Hospital, every pet who comes through our doors deserves to feel safe and looked after, whether they’re here for a hospital stay or a few nights of boarding. Our Pet Care Attendant plays a big part in making that happen.

As a Pet Care Attendant, you’ll care for pets in both our kennel and our hospital, making sure they’re walked, fed, and settled into clean, comfortable spaces. If you’re dependable, enjoy working independently, and bring a caring, compassionate attitude to everything you do, we’d love to meet you.

Why Our Pet Care Attendants Love It Here

• Spend your shifts doing hands‑on work with dogs and cats, both boarding guests and hospitalized patients
• Gain experience across both the kennel and hospital sides of a veterinary practice
• Enjoy the independence of owning your work while knowing your team has your back
• Join a team where a caring and compassionate attitude is shared by everyone, not just expected of new hires
• Know that your work directly affects the comfort and well‑being of every pet in our care

What You’ll Do

As a Pet Care Attendant, your responsibilities may include:

• Walk dogs, including both hospitalized patients and boarding guests
• Clean and sanitize dog runs and cages and cat cages in the kennel and hospital areas
• Feed boarding pets according to their individual feeding instructions
• Keep the kennel area clean, organized, and welcoming
• Interact with clients in a friendly, professional way during drop‑off, pick‑up, and other daily contact

What Our Pet Care Attendants Bring

• A high school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Experience in a customer service environment (required)
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and responsibly with minimal supervision
• A caring, compassionate attitude toward pets and people
• Availability to work nights and weekends

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• 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 or 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!

To learn more about the Pet Care Attendant position, please contact Judi Wanamaker, Lead, at Countryside Veterinary Hospital.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Countryside Veterinary Hospital 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.