Compassionate Veterinary Assistant – Flexible Hours & Growth

8097 ALDRICH VETERINARY MEDICINE P.C.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Sunday closed

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Pet care discount

Uniform allowance

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA

Paid parental leave

Training & mentorship

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

8097 Aldrich Veterinary Medicine P.C. is hiring a Veterinary Assistant in Chicago. The role involves patient care, client education, and supporting veterinarians with medical procedures. Starting salary is $24 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include handling animals, managing records, and assisting with diagnostics and treatments while ensuring high-quality customer service and hospital maintenance.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Customer service mindset with clients and their pets.
• Comfort with working with animals and following protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide written and verbal updates to clients about pet care and treatment plans.
• Deliver excellent customer service to clients and their pets.
• Manage medical records using practice management software.
• Assist with medications, blood draws, vaccines, and basic procedures as trained.
• Set up, break down, and clean equipment; maintain hospital cleanliness.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in veterinary assisting (preferred)

Certified veterinary technician (preferred)

Job description

8097 Aldrich Veterinary Medicine P.C. is hiring a Veterinary Assistant in Chicago. The role involves patient care, client education, and supporting veterinarians with medical procedures. Starting salary is $24 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include handling animals, managing records, and assisting with diagnostics and treatments while ensuring high-quality customer service and hospital maintenance.