Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Flexible Hours & Growth

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Davis Pet Hospital in Collinsville, IL, is a full-service AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, prepare prescriptions, and assist with routine lab work.

Responsibilities include taking histories and vital signs during outpatient exams, assisting with surgery, managing inventory, and educating clients. Competitive pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour with benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and dosage calculation
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery as needed
• Assist in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment and lab areas; restock supplies; keep public areas clean
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism with clients; show compassion to patients
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members including client discussions, patient plans, and concerns
• Any other duties as assigned

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Davis Pet Hospital in Collinsville, IL, is a full-service AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, prepare prescriptions, and assist with routine lab work.

Responsibilities include taking histories and vital signs during outpatient exams, assisting with surgery, managing inventory, and educating clients. Competitive pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour with benefits.