Part-Time Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Shifts & Growth

VCA Animal Hospitals; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Forest South Animal Hospital in Olympia Fields, IL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians, ensuring a positive experience for pets and their families. The role suits someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities include restraining and handling pets, preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, collecting histories, caring for hospitalized patients, and maintaining clean, accurate records in a

Responsibilities

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
• Collect patient histories and support client communication
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics
• Maintain accurate medical records

Skills

Pet restraint

Exam room prep

Assist veterinarians

Medical records

Client communication

Job description

VCA Forest South Animal Hospital in Olympia Fields, IL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians, ensuring a positive experience for pets and their families. The role suits someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities include restraining and handling pets, preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, collecting histories, caring for hospitalized patients, and maintaining clean, accurate records in a