Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Clinic of St. Charles; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established animal clinic in the Chicago suburbs is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant. This role is crucial for ensuring a smooth operation and providing excellent care to our furry patients. Join a compassionate team that values the human-animal bond and offers a supportive work environment. With over 30 years of experience, the clinic emphasizes preventative medicine and fosters a positive culture for both employees and clients. If you are passionate about animal care and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you, offering a chance to grow in a well-respected practice.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Support Program

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education allowance

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

Discounted lab work for employee pets

Pet discounts on services and products

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary assistance and animal care is essential.
• Strong customer service skills to interact with clients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with daily operations.
• Ensure the health and wellbeing of animals in the clinic.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Animal Care

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Tools

Veterinary Software

Job description

Animal Medical Clinic of St. Charles is a small animal clinic located in the western Chicago suburbs of St. Charles, IL. We are a 4-doctor, full-service animal hospital with over 30 years of history focusing on preventative medicine and the human-animal bond in a friendly, flexible, and compassionate atmosphere. We are seeking a friendly and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our hospital team.

Veterinary assistants are responsible for assisting the veterinarian, veterinary technicians, and other clinic staff with the daily operations of the veterinary practice. They are an important part of a veterinary healthcare team and make sure the office runs smoothly and that patients receive the care and attention they need while in the clinic.

Responsibilities:

• Feeding, grooming, and weighing animals that are staying at the clinic
• Clean cages and kennels
• Cleaning and setting up the examination rooms
• Restraining animals during exams or vaccinations
• Calming and caring for upset or scared animals
• Keeping tabs on the health and wellbeing of animals staying at the clinic and reporting concerns to the veterinarian or vet tech
• Helping veterinarians and veterinary technicians during emergencies
• Processing a patient’s blood work and other specimen samples

This is an outstanding full-time opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant who wants to be a part of a well-established practice with a strong leadership team and excellent support staff. We are looking to hire an experienced Veterinary Assistant who shares our mission of providing excellent care to our patients and customer service to our clients. We enjoy a positive clinic culture and great benefits to help keep life going smoothly, including:

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and let’s do this!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Animal Medical Clinic of St. Charles and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus