Pet Care Attendant/Veterinary Assistant - Altamont, NY

  • Altamont
  • Guilderland Animal Hospital
Who we are:

Guilderland Animal Hospital is a one-doctor, full-service animal hospital ready to hire a friendly and dedicated Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Attendant to join our dedicated team. This position is integral in providing excellent patient care and outstanding customer service to our clients. We are looking for someone who will be cross-trained to do both positions. This is a full-time position that requires a flexible schedule.

Assistant responsibilities include:

Getting medical history during appointments.
Assisting the veterinarian.
Pharmacy duties.
Restraining animals.
Putting charges in the computer.
Handling medical records.

Kennel Attendant responsibilities include:

Walking the dogs.
Cleaning dog runs/cages and cat cages.
Feeding pets in the kennel.
Administering medications if needed.
Maintaining the overall cleanliness of the kennel area and the hospital.

This position requires rotating evening, Saturday, and Sunday shifts and rotating holiday shifts.

Top priority will be given to applicants with experience working in a veterinary hospital. However, we are willing to train the right applicant. Candidates must have experience in a customer service environment. This position requires someone who is excellent at handling difficult situations with tact and diplomacy. All members are required to have a caring and compassionate attitude.

By joining Guilderland Animal Hospital, you can enjoy a meaningful career in a fun, professional, team-oriented atmosphere. We value the personal and professional growth of all staff members. If you can work in a fast-paced environment and have a fiery passion for vet medicine, Guilderland Animal Hospital may be the place for you!

What’s in it for you:

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
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program
Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits:

Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Supplemental insurance, including accident, disability, critical illness, and life insurance
Health Savings Account
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
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Ability to join our Vetcor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Parental leave
Employee discount program (Apple, Verizon, Disney, auto insurance, flights, etc.)

The salary range for this position is $15.00 - $17.00 an hour, based on experience.

This is a great opportunity to join an outstanding practice and build your career in the veterinary field. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values of Guilderland Animal 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.