Veterinary Assistant

Your Pet’s Wellness (Bucktown); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Chicago is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional care for pets. The role involves supporting veterinarians, maintaining medical records, and assisting with procedures in a warm and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in veterinary care and a passion for animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 1-2 years of veterinary assistant or technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care and advocate for pets.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records.

Skills

Veterinary care

Client communication

Team support

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Your Pets Wellness

Part-time

Chicago, Illinois

Schedule: Less than 30 hours/week

8:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on a few days/week and most Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Compensation: $18-20/hr

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Your Pets Wellness (Bucktown), a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

At Your Pets Wellness (Bucktown), you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

Bucktown is a small but well-equipped practice with a devoted and highly skilled staff. We have a passion for teamwork and supporting an emotionally intelligent atmosphere with a culture that understands the importance of family and a great work/life balance! We provide white glove medical care!

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

Your Pet's Wellness is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your work will include hands-on care, facilitating outpatient treatments, performing laboratory tests, and supporting services such as admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team in maximizing productivity and maintaining positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns and Thrive Membership options, medications, and treatments.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records with practice systems support.
• Obtain health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow protocols, and keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Support and mentor fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Preferred: 1-2 years of veterinary assistant or technician experience (direct patient care).

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.