Vet Assistant — Flexible Schedule, Growth & Benefits

Lovet Pet Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule (4–10-hour)

3 weeks of Paid Time Off

7 paid holidays

Pet care discount

Scrub/uniform allowance

Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA

Paid parental leave

Mentorship and growth

Job summary

Lovet Pet Health Care in Chicago, IL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors with procedures and client communications. The role involves medical record management, patient restraint, administering vaccines, X-rays, and routine animal care, with emphasis on compassionate client service.

The position offers a flexible schedule (4–10 hour shifts), PTO in year one, holidays, and available benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in veterinary assisting preferred.
• Certified veterinary technician preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with medical procedures under supervision.
• Communicate with clients about their pet care and treatments.
• Provide WOW customer service to clients and their pet.
• Manage medical records using practice management software.
• Dispense medications, perform X-rays, blood draws, catheterization, vaccinations, and animal restraint as needed.
• Set up, clean, and maintain medical equipment; assist with hospital cleaning.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical strength

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in veterinary assisting

Certified veterinary technician (preferred)

Tools

Practice management software

X-ray equipment

Job description

Lovet Pet Health Care in Chicago, IL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors with procedures and client communications. The role involves medical record management, patient restraint, administering vaccines, X-rays, and routine animal care, with emphasis on compassionate client service.

The position offers a flexible schedule (4–10 hour shifts), PTO in year one, holidays, and available benefits.