Pet Care Attendant - Athens, GA

Who we are

Good Hands Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

Position Details

Role: Pet Care AttendantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Some weekdays, weekends, and holidays 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

Looking for a Career Working with Animals?

Good Hands Veterinary Hospital is looking for a compassionate and dependable Pet Care Attendant to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who loves animals, enjoys being part of a collaborative team, and takes pride in providing exceptional care and comfort to pets.

Our Pet Care Attendants play a vital role in ensuring patients are safe, comfortable, and well cared for while helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming hospital environment. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Pet Care Attendants Love Good Hands Veterinary Hospital

• Meaningful work caring for pets every day
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration
• Opportunities to learn and grow within veterinary medicine
• Hands-on experience working with a variety of animals
• A workplace that values compassion, professionalism, and teamwork
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on patient care and comfort

What You’ll Do

• Feed, walk, and provide routine care for hospitalized and boarding pets
• Clean cages, runs, and kennel areas while maintaining a safe environment
• Keep kennel and treatment areas organized and free of hazards
• Clean examination tables and exam rooms between appointments
• Administer oral medications as directed by veterinarians
• Observe animal behavior and health conditions and report concerns to the veterinary team
• Maintain accurate medical records and daily care logs
• Support technicians and veterinarians with daily hospital operations
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming hospital environment

What Our Pet Care Attendants Bring

• Knowledge of routine animal care, including feeding, walking, and bathing
• Comfort working with cats, dogs, and other companion animals
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Compassion and patience when caring for scared, stressed, or injured animals
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and meet the physical demands of the position
• Dependability and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and commitment to providing exceptional animal care

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A team that values your contributions and supports your success
• Hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital setting
• A positive work environment built on teamwork and respect
• The satisfaction of helping pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for every day

Benefits You Can’t Beat

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

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!

Think you're the Pet Care Attendant we're looking for? We'd love to meet you. Apply today and join a team that's dedicated to providing outstanding care for pets and exceptional support for one another!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Good Hands 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.