Animal Care Companion – Part-Time

Job overview

The Animal Care Companion – Part-Time is an onsite role in Troy, MI, with listed compensation of $15–$17 per year. The position supports Veterinary United’s veterinary care team and its focus on patient, client, and team care. The companion maintains clean animal housing, provides exercise and enrichment, and assists clients during pet drop-off and pickup. These duties help support a sanitary environment and the animals’ daily care while keeping pet owners informed about their pets’ condition and behavior.

What you'll do

• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and common areas
• wash and sanitize food and water bowls
• launder animal bedding and towels
• walk, exercise, and play with animals
• greet and assist clients dropping off or picking up pets
• provide pet owners with updates about animals’ condition and behavior during their stay.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

animal care companion

veterinary support

veterinary united

troy mi

onsite

part-time

kennel cleaning

animal exercise

pet owner updates

veterinary clinic

high school diploma

$15–$17 per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid vacation
• discounted pet care
• discounted pet day camp and resort stays.

Why this role

Part-time position that may lead to full-time work. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift 50 pounds, and comfort working around potentially reactive animals.

About the employer

Veterinary United is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.