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Veterinary Barn Help Jobs in Plympton, MA at South Shore Equine Clinic & Diagnostic Center
Part-Time Temporary Horse Handler & Hospital Stable Assistant
Location: [1] South Shore Equine Clinic – Plympton, MA
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Potential for additional weekend hours periodically)
[2] South Shore Equine Clinic is seeking a mature and responsible Horse Handler & Hospital Stable Assistant to join our team in a part-time, temporary capacity. This role has the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.
Qualifications:
Minimum of ten years of professional horse handling experience
Strong, solid professional equine references required
Must be comfortable handling horses of all temperaments, including young or difficult horses and foals
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced veterinary hospital setting
Reliable, punctual, and able to follow detailed instructions from veterinarians and staff
Capable of performing physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions
Duties & Responsibilities (as needed, not daily):
Daily Horse Care & Handling:
Feeding horses according to individualized dietary needs (grain, hay, supplements)
Ensuring fresh, clean water is always available
Turning horses out to paddocks and bringing them back into stalls
Grooming (brushing, picking hooves, checking for injuries)
Handling and leading horses safely, including those requiring special care
Stable & Facility Maintenance:
Mucking out stalls and replacing bedding
Daily paddock cleaning
Dragging and maintaining arena footing
Sweeping aisles, cleaning feed buckets, and maintaining a clean barn environment
Repairing fences, stalls, and gates as needed
Health & Veterinary Assistance:
Monitoring horses for signs of illness, lameness, or injury
Administering medications or treatments as directed by veterinarians
Assisting with veterinary procedures when necessary
Additional Farm Duties:
Lunging or hand-walking horses as needed
Operating farm equipment such as tractors for feeding or manure removal
Engaging professionally with clients, staff, veterinary students, and visitors
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a professional equine veterinary hospital setting, gain hands-on experience, and be part of a dedicated team committed to exceptional horse care. If you are passionate about horses, have the experience and reliability we are looking for, and are interested in an opportunity that could evolve into a long-term position, we encourage you to apply!
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1. https://www.ssequineclinic.com/
2. https://www.ssequineclinic.com/
Title: Veterinary Barn Help
Company: South Shore Equine Clinic & Diagnostic Center
Location: Plympton, MA
