ER Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced Pet Care

Brief Media, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pet perks

401k

CE opportunities

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists - Hoffman Estates is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians, advocate for pets, educate clients, and help maintain smooth patient flow in a fast-paced emergency setting.

The role requires veterinary assistant experience (ER experience preferred), strong communication, and flexibility to work overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant experience required; ER experience highly preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced emergency setting.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Professional and courteous demeanor with pets and families.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care and educate clients.
• Assist the medical team to maximize productivity and patient flow.
• Communicate health concerns and Thrive Membership options to clients.
• Maintain medical records and relevant hospital documentation.
• Obtain health history from clients and manage charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques and keep areas clean and organized.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant experience

ER experience preferred

Multitasking

Communication

Client service

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists - Hoffman Estates is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians, advocate for pets, educate clients, and help maintain smooth patient flow in a fast-paced emergency setting.

The role requires veterinary assistant experience (ER experience preferred), strong communication, and flexibility to work overnights, weekends, and holidays.