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Who we are: Torrington Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Attendant/Veterinary Assistant!

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Veterinary TechnicianHealthcare Clinical

What We Offer

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Torrington Animal Hospital is seeking a self-motivated and responsible Kennel Attendant/Veterinary Assistant who loves working with dogs and cats. Join our team and help provide the highest quality care to our clients and patients in a supportive environment.

This is a fantastic role for those starting their journey in veterinary medicine with opportunities for growth.

✓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

✓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 all employee pets

✓Pet discounts on services and products

✓Pet food discount program

✓Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

✓State veterinary technician license reimbursement

✓VTNE exam fee reimbursement

✓Professional development opportunities

✓Continuing education allowance

✓Uniform allowance

✓Six paid holidays (full-time only)

✓Employee Assistance Program

✓Employee discount program

Join a fun-loving team committed to exceptional patient care
Flexible part-time schedule to support work-life balance
A culture that values compassion, teamwork, and customer service
Competitive compensation and extensive benefits package
Opportunities for ongoing professional growth and development

Responsibilities

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→Walk dogs and clean cages to maintain a clean, safe environment
→Handle laundry and keep hospital areas tidy
→Package and run lab work as needed
→Feed and administer medications to patients
→Provide patient restraint and handling
→Perform some heavy lifting and navigate stairs as required

Self-motivation and responsibility
Strong customer service and multitasking skills
A genuine love for dogs, cats, and their people
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
A caring and compassionate attitude
Flexibility to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Ready to start your career with a compassionate team at Torrington Animal Hospital? We welcome you to apply and grow your skills in a supportive, fun environment that values your commitment to excellent patient care.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Torrington Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their full potential.