Vet Assistant: Caring Team, Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Alton Animal Clinic; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Alton Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians with patient care, lab work, and surgical assistance. The role includes exams, anesthesia support, radiography, and client education in a fast-paced clinic.

Weekend shifts are not required; the clinic offers benefits and a pay range of $18.00–$22.00 per hour. Prior veterinary experience is preferred and physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds is needed.

Qualifications

• Veterinary experience preferred.
• Lift patients and equipment up to 25 pounds; heavier lifts with assistance.
• Follow OSHA safety techniques including PPE.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and provide client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Clean and restock exam rooms and labs; maintain equipment.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Alton Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians with patient care, lab work, and surgical assistance. The role includes exams, anesthesia support, radiography, and client education in a fast-paced clinic.

Weekend shifts are not required; the clinic offers benefits and a pay range of $18.00–$22.00 per hour. Prior veterinary experience is preferred and physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds is needed.