Overview
At Shawnee Animal Clinic, we’re more than a veterinary practice—we’re a family of passionate professionals who treat every patient like our own. As Scioto County’s top-rated mixed animal clinic, we combine cutting-edge medicine with small-town heart. Whether it walks, trots, or slithers, we deliver expert care with compassion—from wellness visits to urgent care, dental work to exotic animal treatment. Our fully equipped facilities include in-house diagnostics, laser therapy, and more, ensuring you have the tools to thrive. With five consecutive “Best Veterinarian” and “Best Boarding and Grooming” awards, we’re proud of our legacy—and excited for our future. Join a team that supports each other in and out of the clinic (yes, our pool parties are legendary). At Shawnee, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find your home.
Portsmouth, OH offers small-town living with big potential. Nestled along the Ohio River, it boasts a low cost of living, affordable housing (median home value under $80K), and short commutes. Rich in history, with a growing arts scene and access to outdoor recreation, it’s ideal for those seeking community, charm, and value. Whether you're starting fresh or slowing down, Portsmouth is a place where you can truly stretch your dollar and enjoy a simpler, connected life.
Requirements
Company Description Shawnee Animal Clinic is a growing, family-oriented practice with wonderful clients. We currently have eight doctors of veterinary medicine and over sixty support staff between our hospital, grooming facility, and boarding and training facility. Our team is like our family, and we are looking for individuals who are self-starters, have a willingness to learn, and can multi-task in a fast-paced veterinary hospital. Job Description Job duties include, but are not limited to: The Animal Care Assistant is responsible for the care, feeding, and cleaning of our patients in the hospital and boarding facility. This job involves cleaning, laundry, bathing, feeding and walking dogs. You are responsible for restocking hospital supplies, assisting doctors and assistants with animal restraint and exams. You will be responsible for special foods, appetite, behavior and any issue that may arise while the animal is in our care. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting methods. Proper methods of animal restraint. Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency. Perform moderately heavy physical labor (large dogs, bags of litter, pet foods, etc). Ability to sympathetically and patiently attend to sick, scared and injured animals. Ability to learn to administer medications and to recognize abnormal conditions. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the job. Additional Information Pay Range: $13/hr We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.