Vet Care Assistant - Full-Time with Benefits & Growth

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Clarendon; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan (401k)

Paid time off

Pet discount

Referral bonus

Job summary

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, Illinois is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures to help improve the lives of pets and their owners.

Responsibilities include assisting vets, restraining animals, preparing rooms, running basic lab tests, administering meds, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical 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 the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Job description

Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, Illinois is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures to help improve the lives of pets and their owners.

Responsibilities include assisting vets, restraining animals, preparing rooms, running basic lab tests, administering meds, and maintaining records.