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Veterinary Assistant Part-Time

Part-time

VCA Animal Hospitals

University Park, ILPart-time$17–19/hrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17–19/hr
Location
University Park, IL
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant at VCA Forest South supports doctors and technicians, handles and restrains pets, prepares exam rooms, assists with procedures, collects histories, communicates with clients, feeds and monitors hospitalized animals, maintains cleanliness, sterilizes instruments, handles lab samples, keeps accurate records, and delivers compassionate care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Animal HandlingExam Room PreparationProcedure AssistanceClient CommunicationPet Feeding and MonitoringHospital CleanlinessInstrument SterilizationLaboratory Sample HandlingMedical Record KeepingCompassionate Care

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Veterinary Assistant at VCA Forest South Animal Hospital

Schedule: Part-time opportunities are available, with flexible shift schedules.

Compensation: $17 - 19/hr and is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities are available.

**Who We Are: ** VCA Forest South is a multi-doctor hospital offering full service small/exotic/avian animal hospital, including boarding and grooming. We have a wide range of services, including but not limited to, Orthopedics, Reproduction,, Laser Therapy, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Soft Tissue, and other Routine Surgeries. VCA Forest South has up-to-date diagnostic tools, including an in-house lab, ultrasound, and digital radiograph equipment.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

What You’ll Do

  • Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments

  • Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas

  • Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures

  • Collect patient histories and support client communication

  • Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital

  • Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs

  • Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics

  • Maintain accurate medical records

  • Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you!

Location: 21000 Olympian Way, Olympia Fields, IL, 60461

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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