Flexible Veterinary Assistant – Patient Care & Procedures

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

Health package: Medical, dental, and 4

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Touhy Animal Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exam, surgical, dental, and outpatient workflows. You will handle patients safely, maintain records, and educate clients while delivering compassionate care.

The position offers part-time hours with potential full-time, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Polish-speaking skills are a plus and a proactive team player is encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Knowledge of the PIMs system, Pulse a plus!
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Skills

Animal handling

Patient assessment

Record-keeping

Client communication

Attendance reliability

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Teamwork

Tools

Pulse (PIMs)

Job description

Touhy Animal Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exam, surgical, dental, and outpatient workflows. You will handle patients safely, maintain records, and educate clients while delivering compassionate care.

The position offers part-time hours with potential full-time, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Polish-speaking skills are a plus and a proactive team player is encouraged to apply.