Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Mental wellness resources including a

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant at the Chicago North location to support doctors and technicians and ensure a positive experience for pets and their families.

You will assist with exams, treatments, and procedures, maintain clean exam rooms, and help manage patient histories and client communication. This entry-level role offers growth within a collaborative, supportive team and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dependable team player.
• Willingness to learn and grow in veterinary medicine.
• Enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

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.
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day.

Skills

Pet restraint

Exam room prep

Assisting veterinarians

Client communication

Pet care duties

Hospital cleanliness

Instrument sterilization

Lab support

Medical records

Compassionate care

Job description

Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Chicago North Animal Hospital

About Us

At VCA Chicago North Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be a long-standing part of the Chicago community, caring for generations of pets and the families who love them. Our team combines the close-knit feel of a neighborhood hospital with the resources, collaboration, and career opportunities of VCA. We’re an AAHA-accredited hospital focused on providing high-quality, compassionate care for our patients while creating a welcoming and supportive experience for our clients. Our team works together across all areas of the hospital, and we value teamwork, communication, learning, and supporting one another. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in keeping our hospital running smoothly and helping our veterinary team provide excellent patient care. We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, eager to learn, and enjoys being part of a collaborative team. If you’re looking for a hospital where you can make a difference for pets, grow your skills, and work alongside a team that supports one another, we’d love to meet you.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

What You’ll Do

• 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


• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Paid vacation and sick time


• Paid parental leave


• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra


• Continuing education and internal development programs

Compensation

$17.05 – $19.00/hour

Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Your Next Career Step Starts Here

Whether you're starting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you.

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.