Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves supporting veterinarians in providing high-quality care to animals, ensuring their comfort and safety during procedures. Ideal candidates will have a genuine passion for animal welfare and strong communication skills to educate clients. Join a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and offers numerous benefits, including medical insurance and pet care discounts. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with corporate match

Paid vacation and sick time

Referral bonuses

Free mental wellness subscriptions

Continuing Education opportunities

Pet care discounts

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Associate discounts on services

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care roles is essential.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in handling animals during exams and treatments.
• Maintain cleanliness in the hospital and assist in patient care.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Animal Care

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Team Collaboration

Education

Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant

Job description

VCA Blum Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant for our patient care team!

Compensation: $18 -21/ hr. Starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities are available.

Schedule: Four days a week. Shift schedule is 9:30 am - 6:30pm, and every other Saturday from 7:30am -2 :30pm.

Summary: Our Veterinary Assistants support our veterinarians and technicians in all aspects of animal care by restraining our patients during physical exams, treatments, and procedures. They are an advocate of our patients to ensure they receive the proper care in a safe and comfortable manner.

Responsibilities(included but not limited to):

• Assist our veterinarians and technicians in carrying, handling, and restraining animals during physical exams, treatments, and procedures
• Adhere to strict instruction in regards to walking and feeding hospitalized patients
• Assist in the proper protocol for handling humane euthanasia patients
• Assist in accurately filling prescription medications and diets
• Extensive cleaning and maintenance of the hospital, including treatment areas, exam rooms, surgical suite, and reception area

About Us:

Since 1952, we’ve been proud to provide Chicago pets with the highest level of veterinary care and customer service by offering a comprehensive range of veterinary services that meet the gold standard of pet care. Our hospital has been AAHA Accredited since 1972 and Fear Free Certified since 2018.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or in an animal care role.

• A genuine passion for animals and their well-being.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to educate and guide clients.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Willingness to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits of joining the VCA BlumTeam!

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership Opportunities and Career Development Programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions)
• Referral bonuses
• Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
• Life, long and short-term disability insurance included
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
• 401(k) with corporate match
• Pet care discounts (40-100%)
• Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
• Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
• Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more!
• Plus so much more!

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with a hospital that feels like home, apply today and let’s create something paws-itively amazing together!

Location: 3219 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com