Job Description
Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital is seeking an outgoing
Animal Care Attendant to join our team! This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone interested in veterinary medicine who wants to gain hands-on experience while building client service skills.
This is a
hybrid role , with approximately
50% animal care and
50% client service , including managing phones and supporting the front desk.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide daily care for patients, including feeding, walking, and monitoring health and behavior
- Assist the medical team with gentle handling and restraint as needed
- Administer medications and document observations accurately
- Perform general housekeeping duties, including laundry and maintaining clean, organized spaces
- Answer and manage incoming phone calls, schedule appointments, and assist with client inquiries
- Support front desk operations and ensure a positive client experience
- Help with stocking supplies, unpacking deliveries, and maintaining hospital flow
Schedule: This is a flexible part-time position scheduled from 12pm to 7pm at least three days per week including Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. There may be additional hours available for those who are interested in cross training in other departments.
Full-time benefits and compensation**: - Compensation: $17-20 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance, disability, and 401k options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
Minimum qualifications: - Previous animal care experience is preferred
- Interest in a career in veterinary medicine including ongoing training
- Familiarity with Cornerstone software and Fear Free Certification is a plus!
About us: Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital believes in providing a Fear Free experience for people and patients. We provide a broad spectrum of procedures, sound advice, and stress-free veterinary care to small animals and pocket pets. In addition to general wellness, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry, our team also provides holistic services (such as acupuncture), practices Reiki, and works closely with specialists for more intensive procedures and orthopedics. Our facility is well-equipped and full of incredible teammates who love people as much as they do animals. Our RVTs are well-utilized and many of our staff members are Fear Free certified professionals. Easily accessed off Auburn Blvd, our hospital is in a great location about 10 miles from downtown Sacramento.
*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Local area, Flexible hours, 3 days per week