Pet Care Assistant - Amherst, NY

Who we are

Killewald Small Animal Hospital is Hiring a Pet Care Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Pet Care AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: $16.00–$17.00 per hourSchedule: Three 7:00 AM–6:00 PM shifts and one 7:00 AM–1:00 PM or 12:00 PM–6:00 PM shift each week, including rotating Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: 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), and Referral Bonus Program.
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only), supplemental insurance options, paid parental leave, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, free or discounted lab work for employee pets, pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program.
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and a uniform allowance.
• Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: A four-day work week, predictable scheduling, regular lunch breaks, six paid holidays (full-time only), an Employee Assistance Program, and an Employee Discount Program.

Looking for a veterinary role where outstanding patient care, exceptional client service, and work-life balance all go hand in hand? Killewald Small Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate Pet Care Assistant to join our close-knit team.

As a well-established three-doctor practice, we genuinely enjoy the different personalities and unique talents each team member brings to our hospital. We believe that when our team members feel supported, our patients and clients receive the very best care.

Why You'll Love It Here

• A four-day work week that supports a healthy work-life balance.
• Predictable scheduling with regular lunch breaks.
• A collaborative team that values every employee's unique strengths.
• A supportive environment focused on mentorship and professional growth.
• A workplace that celebrates birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and life's important milestones.
• Rotating Saturday shifts that allow for weekends away from work.
• A culture where helping one another is simply how we do things.

What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate daily care and comfort for hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Feed, walk, and monitor pets while maintaining their safety and well-being.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, treatment areas, exam rooms, and hospital equipment.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient restraint and routine procedures.
• Prepare patient-care areas and keep supplies clean, stocked, and organized.
• Support the medical team with daily hospital operations.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming environment for patients, clients, and teammates.
• Work collaboratively to help the hospital operate efficiently each day.

What You'll Bring

• A genuine passion for animal care and client service.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A dependable work ethic and strong attention to detail.
• The ability to stay organized and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• A willingness to ask for help, offer help, and support your teammates.
• A desire to continue growing professionally while encouraging the growth of others.
• A compassionate approach to every patient, client, and coworker interaction.

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At Killewald Small Animal Hospital, you'll receive the mentorship and support you need to build a rewarding veterinary career. We believe the more you learn, the stronger our entire team becomes. From celebrating life's milestones together to making sure lunch breaks actually happen, we've built a workplace where people truly enjoy coming to work.

Benefits You Can't Beat

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 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!

We can't wait to welcome you to the team! If you're looking for a veterinary career where your work is appreciated, your growth is encouraged, and your teammates feel like family, apply today and discover what makes Killewald Small Animal Hospital such a rewarding place to work.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Killewald Small 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 bringing unique perspectives and experiences that strengthen our team. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees feel comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.