Pet Care Attendant - Chelmsford, MA

Who We Are
Countryside Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Pet Care Attendant
Status: Part-time
Schedule: Part-time schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits Highlights: Financial Rewards that Grow with You, Wellness & Peace of Mind, Professional Growth & Recognition, Lifestyle Perks

What You’ll Do

• Walk and exercise boarding and hospitalized dogs
• Feed and monitor pets staying in the kennel and hospital
• Clean and sanitize dog runs, cages, cat enclosures, and animal care areas
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the kennel and hospital facilities
• Monitor patient behavior and report concerns to the veterinary team
• Ensure pets receive attentive and compassionate care during their stay
• Support daily hospital operations and maintain a clean, organized environment
• Follow hospital protocols and safety procedures

What Our Pet Care Attendants Bring

• Genuine compassion for animals and the people who love them
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Reliability, responsibility, and a strong work ethic
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Previous customer service experience required
• Previous animal care experience is a plus but not required

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to gain hands-on animal care experience
• Meaningful relationships with patients, clients, and coworkers
• A workplace culture focused on teamwork, growth, and compassion
• The opportunity to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for every day
• A role where your contributions truly matter

Financial Benefits

• 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)
• 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

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program