Compassionate Veterinary Care Assistant Flexible Schedule

South Town; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k with employer match

Competitive salary

PTO/vacay

CE opportunities

Professional dues

Uniform allowance

Flexible schedule

EAP

Employee Discount

Job summary

South Town Veterinary Clinic in Elgin, IL is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations.

As part of a compassionate, patient-first team, you’ll handle restraints, help with exams, and participate in ongoing training to deliver high-quality care for our animal patients.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, flexible schedule, and a collaborative, independent practice environment with strong team support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Veterinary experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of animal handling experience.
• Exceptional client service, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Friendly, outgoing, and compassionate personality.
• Ability to read animal behavior and handle various temperaments safely.
• Strong computer, basic math, and multitasking abilities.
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency preferred (pay differential available).
• Physical capability for frequent standing, walking, and occasional sitting, climbing, and kneeling.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds unaided (assistance available for heavier loads).
• Excellent vision and effective verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the clinic is clean and well-equipped at start of day.
• Patient restraint and care to ensure safety and comfort for all patients.
• Active participation in training program to support veterinary staff in delivering high-quality care.
• Busy and impactful day requiring effective multitasking and teamwork.

Job description

South Town Veterinary Clinic in Elgin, IL is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations.

As part of a compassionate, patient-first team, you’ll handle restraints, help with exams, and participate in ongoing training to deliver high-quality care for our animal patients.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, flexible schedule, and a collaborative, independent practice environment with strong team support.