Veterinary Assistant

NVA General Practice; Illinois; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Allowances

Job summary

NVA General Practice in the United States (Illinois) seeks a veterinary assistant to support the team in delivering excellent client and patient care. You will assist with patient care, monitor hospitalized animals, restrain during procedures, and assist with routine diagnostic tests to ensure smooth operations.

This role requires reliability, a willingness to multitask, and compassion for animals. Physical tasks include lifting up to 40 lbs, standing long hours, and strong teamwork across

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle stressed/ill animals.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Able to lift 40 lbs and restrain animals with assistance.
• Walks/stands for long periods; comfortable in bent/squat positions.
• Teamwork with hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and post-surgery care.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Assist with diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize surgical instruments and clean areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Answer phones and provide customer service.
• Help clients with their pets.

Skills

Team player

Multitask

Customer service

Animal care

Job description

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

Job Description Overview

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feeding/bathing animals
• Answering phones
• Customer service
• Helping clients with their pets

Qualifications

• Must be 18yrs old or older
• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

Compensation

• Base hourly rate of $16.00 - $18.00 DOE
• Eligible for periodic bonus (where applicable)

Example of possible benefits that are to be included, if applicable

• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Allowances