Veterinary Assistant - 4-Day Week, Benefits, CE

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Clarendon; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Employee pet discount

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

Pooler Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering compassionate care to every patient. You will assist during exams, treatments, and surgeries, help restrain animals safely, and maintain clean exam rooms and equipment.

We offer medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, an employee pet discount, paid time off, and continuing education opportunities for our team members who are dedicated to animal welfare and client

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Vet assistant experience

Animal handling

Safety & restraint

Medical records

Client communication

Job description

Pooler Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering compassionate care to every patient. You will assist during exams, treatments, and surgeries, help restrain animals safely, and maintain clean exam rooms and equipment.

We offer medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, an employee pet discount, paid time off, and continuing education opportunities for our team members who are dedicated to animal welfare and client