Veterinary Assistant/Pet Care Attendant

Waynesburg Animal Hospital; Waynesburg (Greene County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth Retirement Savings Plan

tuition support

referral bonuses

Health insurance

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Employee discounts

Uniform allowance

Holidays

Job summary

Waynesburg Animal Hospital in rural Greene County, Pennsylvania, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Attendant to join a busy three-doctor practice. You’ll care for hospitalized pets, assist the veterinary team, and help keep the hospital clean and welcoming.

This full-time role offers 4-day workweeks, weekends off, competitive compensation based on experience, and a benefits package including health and dental coverage, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide attentive daily care for animal patients and monitor health.
• Willingness to learn post-operative care and hospital routines.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive daily care for animal patients throughout the hospital
• Feed, water, exercise, and monitor pets as needed
• Clean and maintain cages, kennels, and litter boxes
• Assist veterinarians and front desk team in an organized manner
• Learn post-operative patient care and monitoring
• Keep hospital areas stocked with supplies
• Complete end-of-day cleaning tasks and hospital upkeep
• Interact with clients in a kind, compassionate, professional manner

Skills

Animal care

Careful/Detail-oriented

Compassionate communication

Team player

Job description

Who we are:

Waynesburg Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant / Kennel AttendantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Competitive compensation based on experienceSchedule: 4-day workweeks. WEEKENDS OFF

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, tuition support, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, paid parental leave for eligible employees, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, and valuable pet care benefits help support your well-being.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards, professional development opportunities, continuing education support, and a uniform allowance give you opportunities to learn, grow, and be recognized for your contributions.

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: No weekend shifts, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and employee discounts help create more room for life outside the hospital.

Love caring for animals, enjoy staying active, and get a little satisfaction from seeing a freshly cleaned and organized space? Waynesburg Animal Hospital may have the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in rural Greene County, Pennsylvania, Waynesburg Animal Hospital is a well-known and respected three-doctor practice committed to providing high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care. We’re looking for a caring, energetic Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Attendant who enjoys working with animals and the people who love them—and who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and help wherever needed.

We’re a busy hospital, which means an extra pair of hands makes a big difference. From caring for hospitalized pets and supporting our veterinary team to keeping the hospital clean, stocked, comfortable, and welcoming, you’ll play an important role in helping each day run smoothly. No two days are quite the same, and there are always opportunities to learn something new along the way.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• No weekend shifts
• A respected three-doctor hospital with deep roots in the Greene County community
• Meaningful, hands‑on work caring for animals every day
• A varied role that gives you opportunities to help throughout the hospital
• Opportunities to learn about veterinary patient care and post‑operative monitoring
• A busy environment where no two days are exactly the same
• A hardworking team committed to compassionate, high‑quality veterinary care

What You’ll Do

• Provide attentive daily care for animal patients throughout the hospital
• Feed, water, exercise, and monitor pets as needed and appropriate
• Clean and maintain cages, kennels, and litter boxes
• Help maintain a clean, comfortable, odor‑free kennel environment
• Assist veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and front desk team members in an organized and efficient manner
• Learn about post‑operative patient care and monitoring
• Keep hospital areas stocked with necessary animal‑care supplies
• Complete laundry and keep sink and bathroom areas clean and tidy
• Complete end‑of‑day cleaning tasks throughout the hospital
• Help keep the hospital grounds clean and assist with flowers and hospital décor
• Interact with clients in a kind, compassionate, and professional manner
• Jump in wherever needed to help keep daily hospital operations running smoothly

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine love of animals and commitment to their comfort and well‑being
• A caring, compassionate, energetic, and eager approach to your work
• The physical ability to perform active cleaning duties, including bending and lifting
• A willingness to clean and maintain animal‑care and hospital areas throughout the day
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Kind, compassionate, and professional client communication skills
• The ability to stay organized and efficient in a busy hospital environment
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to help teammates throughout the hospital
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• A willingness to learn new tasks and continue developing your veterinary knowledge

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• No weekends, giving you more time for life outside the hospital
• Hands‑on opportunities to work directly with animals every day
• The chance to learn more about veterinary medicine and post‑operative patient care
• A varied role that lets you contribute from the front of the hospital to the back
• A team that appreciates people who are willing to jump in and help
• Plenty of variety with a caseload and patient needs that change from day to day
• The satisfaction of helping create a clean, safe, comfortable environment for pets, clients, and teammates

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 (full‑time only)
• 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/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!

If you enjoy working with animals, take pride in keeping things clean and organized, and want a hands‑on role where you can learn while making a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. This opportunity is available immediately, and we’ll be moving quickly through the interview process.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Waynesburg Animal 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.