Pet Care Attendant - Johnston, IA

Villagevetiowa; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Continuing education allowance

Flexibility in shifts

Job summary

Village Veterinary Hospital in Johnston, Iowa, is looking for a part-time Pet Care Attendant. The role includes providing care and monitoring for pets, ensuring sanitation, and assisting with client support. Ideal candidates are compassionate, reliable, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position offers flexible scheduling and a supportive team atmosphere where you can grow in veterinary medicine as you make a difference for pets daily.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals is preferred but not required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, water, and clean bedding for all animals as directed.
• Administer medications under veterinary supervision following proper training.
• Monitor appetite, behavior, urination/defecation, and overall comfort.
• Report any abnormalities or concerns promptly to the veterinary staff.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and common areas during designated shifts.
• Ensure safe handling of animals that may be fearful, stressed, or fractious.

Skills

Experience working with animals

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Compassion for animals

Job description

Village Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

• Role: Pet Care Attendant
• Status: Part-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: Typical shifts are 7 am - 9 am and/or 4 pm - 6 pm. Weekend and holiday availability is required

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 discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program

If your ideal day includes caring for animals, staying on your feet, and being part of a team that truly has each other’s backs—you might be exactly who we’re looking for! Village Veterinary Hospital is ready to hire a Pet Care Attendant to join our team and help keep things running smoothly when our schedule needs it most.

Why Our Pet Care Attendants Love it Here

• A supportive, close-knit team that has your back
• Opportunities for growth and advancement in veterinary medicine
• Never having to dress up for work
• Free pet hair…on everything…forever

What You’ll Do

• Animal Care & Monitoring
  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
• Sanitation & Facility Maintenance
  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
• Exercise & Enrichment
  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
• Client & Team Support
  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

What Our Pet Care Attendants Bring

• Experience working with animals is preferred but not required
• 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

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• 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/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re ready to work hard, laugh a lot, and make a difference in the lives of pets every day, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and join our team of animal-loving humans!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Village 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.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

Training & Development

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital
• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays