Veterinary Assistant

Pets-First-Veterinary-Clinic; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pets-First-Veterinary-Clinic is seeking a hands-on Veterinary Support role in our Chicago-area clinic. You will assist the medical team with essential patient care while upholding compassionate care standards for every animal.

You will also help manage client interactions, scheduling, payments, and communications to ensure a seamless visit. A calm, organized approach is valued in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Calm and efficient under pressure with composure.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Fundamental veterinary skills in lab, pharmacy, nursing, and radiology are a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care and assist the medical team.
• Support the medical team to ensure smooth, collaborative workflow.
• Create a positive client experience: scheduling, payments, and communications.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment; perform clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Pet handling

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.


• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.


• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.


• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.


• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.


• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.


• Strong organizational and communication skills.


• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

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