4-Day Week Veterinary Assistant — Grow Your Skills

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet care discounts

Free CE courses

Student loan support

Job summary

Family Pet Animal Hospital, a five-doctor, AAHA-accredited, Cat-Friendly certified, small animal practice in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, provides professional, compassionate care to pets for 30 years.

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, educate clients, maintain hospital cleanliness, and safely restrain dogs and cats. The position is full-time with a 4-day work week and rotating Saturdays, offering opportunities to grow through ThriveU and workshops.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of 6 months working as an assistant in a veterinary setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in providing care for animals including appointments, supportive care, and diagnostics.
• Educate clients on services and patient care
• Help to maintain hospital cleanliness
• Be able to safely restrain various sized dogs and cats

Skills

Communication

Fast-paced

Vet assistant

Job description

Family Pet Animal Hospital, a five-doctor, AAHA-accredited, Cat-Friendly certified, small animal practice in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, provides professional, compassionate care to pets for 30 years.

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, educate clients, maintain hospital cleanliness, and safely restrain dogs and cats. The position is full-time with a 4-day work week and rotating Saturdays, offering opportunities to grow through ThriveU and workshops.