Full-Time Veterinary Assistant | Patient & Client Care

Veterinary Practice Partners; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) with match

Referral bonus

Job summary

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, IL is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners, and will join a warm, supportive team with competitive benefits.

The role includes assisting doctors, handling animals safely, preparing treatment rooms, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care and veterinary settings is required.
• Strong client communication and veterinary procedure skills desired.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under veterinarian supervision.
• Communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-up visits.
• Maintain accurate medical records and clinic cleanliness.

Skills

Animal care experience

Client communication

Compassionate animal handling

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, IL is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners, and will join a warm, supportive team with competitive benefits.

The role includes assisting doctors, handling animals safely, preparing treatment rooms, and maintaining