Weekend Animal Care Assistant — On-Call, Entry Level

ShotVet; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

ShotVet is seeking an entry-level Weekend On-Call Animal Care Assistant in Denver, CO. This role offers an on-call schedule on Saturdays and Sundays, with local clinic visits and travel.

You will support veterinarians at vaccination and wellness clinics for dogs and cats and receive paid training, making it ideal for someone starting a career in veterinary care. Responsibilities include assisting with check-in, handling animals, clinic setup and breakdown, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; paid training provided.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Willingness to travel locally to clinic locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during pet vaccination and wellness clinics.
• Safely handle, restrain, and comfort dogs and cats.
• Assist with client check-in, paperwork, and general customer service.
• Help with clinic setup, breakdown, and maintaining an organized work environment.
• Provide support to the veterinary team to ensure clinics run efficiently.

Skills

Dog & cat handling

Customer service

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

ShotVet is seeking an entry-level Weekend On-Call Animal Care Assistant in Denver, CO. This role offers an on-call schedule on Saturdays and Sundays, with local clinic visits and travel.

You will support veterinarians at vaccination and wellness clinics for dogs and cats and receive paid training, making it ideal for someone starting a career in veterinary care. Responsibilities include assisting with check-in, handling animals, clinic setup and breakdown, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.