Pet Care Attendant - Yorktown Heights, NY

Who We Are Yorktown Animal Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant! Located in Yorktown Heights, NY, Yorktown Animal Hospital provides preventative care, sick care, surgery, advanced imaging, boarding, bathing, and more. And our patients aren’t limited to dogs and cats—we also care for rabbits, ferrets, birds, turtles, snakes, and a variety of other pocket pets. We’re looking for a full-time Pet Care Attendant to help us provide gentle, compassionate care for our boarded and hospitalized patients. Previous kennel experience is preferred, but it isn’t required. If you’re reliable, eager to learn, and happiest when surrounded by animals, this could be a wonderful way to kick off your veterinary career. Position Details Role: Pet Care Attendant Status: Full-time Salary: $17.00–$17.50 per hour Schedule: Typically four 10-hour shifts per week; schedule may vary based on patient needs. Flexible availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays is required. Financial Rewards that Grow with You Competitive hourly pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, a 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind Medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; paid parental leave; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, mentorship, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate Four-day workweeks, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program Why You’ll Love It Here Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and focused on growth Four-day workweeks with a typical schedule of four 10-hour shifts Leadership that listens and invests in your development Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways Hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals Opportunities to learn more about veterinary medicine and hospital operations A team that values compassion, curiosity, reliability, and a good sense of humor What You’ll Do Provide gentle, compassionate daily care for boarded and hospitalized pets Feed, water, walk, and monitor patients according to their individual care instructions Maintain clean, comfortable kennels and patient-care areas Observe pets closely and communicate changes in behavior, appetite, elimination, or overall condition to the medical team Assist with bathing and basic pet-care needs as directed Help maintain clean food and water bowls, bedding, supplies, and equipment Follow hospital sanitation, safety, and infection‑control protocols Handle dogs, cats, exotic pets, and pocket pets with patience and care Support the veterinary team with patient‑care tasks as needed and appropriate Help keep boarding and hospital areas clean, organized, and ready for patients Provide plenty of attention, comfort, and TLC to the pets in our care What You’ll Bring A genuine love for animals and desire to provide compassionate care Reliability and professionalism in a fast‑paced veterinary environment Strong communication and teamwork skills Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can‑do attitude Willingness to learn and take direction from the veterinary team Flexible availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays Ability to adapt to changing patient and hospital needs Previous kennel, boarding, animal‑care, or veterinary experience preferred but not required A positive attitude, sense of fun, and readiness to laugh with your teammates The Extras You’ll Actually Feel A four‑day workweek that gives you more days away from the hospital Hands‑on experience that can help launch a career in veterinary medicine Mentorship from experienced veterinary professionals Exposure to dogs, cats, exotic pets, and pocket pets Leadership that supports your learning and development A team that values your contribution to patient comfort and well‑being 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 or discounted lab work for 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 Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Yorktown Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vetcor