Pet Care Attendant - Johnston, IA

Vetcor; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonus program

Employee discounts on services and pet

Job summary

Village Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Pet Care Attendant for morning and evening shifts in a busy clinic. The role supports the veterinary team by providing daily care, comfort, and cleanliness for boarding guests and helping keep the hospital safe and sanitary.

Weekends and holidays are part of the schedule, reflecting the needs of the clinic. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and good communication, with benefits including medical coverage, PTO, pet discounts, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Strong reliability, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, water, and clean bedding for all animals as directed.
• Give medications under veterinary supervision after proper training, following established protocols.
• Monitor appetite, behavior, urination/defecation, and overall comfort, and report concerns to veterinary staff.
• Safely handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and common areas during shifts.
• Launder bedding, towels, and clinic laundry.
• Follow hospital cleaning protocols and infection control standards.
• Walk dogs, including strong pullers, and provide supervised playtime and enrichment.
• Assist with patient intake and discharge for boarding and grooming.
• Support reception as needed, including answering phones on Sunday evenings.
• Communicate with teammates to maintain care consistency across shifts.

Skills

Love for animals

Teamwork

Reliability

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Who we are

Village Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Pet Care Attendant

Status: Part-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM; weekend and holiday hours included

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

Does your ideal day include caring for animals, staying on your feet, and being part of a team that truly has each other’s backs?

If so, you might be exactly who we’re looking for. Village Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Pet Care Attendant to join our team and help keep things running smoothly during our busiest morning and evening hours.

As a Pet Care Attendant, you’ll provide daily care, comfort, and cleanliness for our boarding guests. You’ll also support our veterinary team by keeping the hospital safe and sanitary for every patient. Weekends and holidays are part of the job, because pets don’t believe in days off.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Dog walks and outdoor time built right into your shift
• Cat cuddles (when granted permission)
• 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

• Provide food, water, and clean bedding for all animals as directed
• Give medications under veterinary supervision after proper training, following established protocols
• Monitor appetite, behavior, urination/defecation, and overall comfort, and report any concerns promptly to veterinary staff
• Safely handle dogs and cats of all sizes, temperaments, and medical conditions
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, runs, and common areas during your shifts
• Launder bedding, towels, and clinic laundry
• Follow all hospital cleaning protocols and infection control standards
• Walk dogs (including some strong pullers) and provide supervised playtime and enrichment
• Handle fearful, stressed, or fractious animals safely and calmly
• Help with patient intake and discharge for boarding and grooming
• Support reception as needed, including answering phones during Sunday evening pickup hours
• Communicate with teammates to keep care consistent from shift to shift

What You’ll Bring

• A love for animals and a real commitment to their well-being
• Experience working with animals preferred but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Strong reliability, teamwork, and communication skills
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to adjust shifts and help wherever the clinic needs you
• Availability for the 7:00-9:00 AM and 4:00-6:00 PM shifts, plus weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. on your own and help lift larger animals with a teammate
• Comfort with frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to safely handle animals that may jump, pull, scratch, or bite
• Comfort working around noise, odors, and animal waste

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• 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

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of 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.