Veterinary Assistant — 4-Day Week, Growth & Benefits

Family Pet Animal Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare

Expert discounts on fertility and pet

Free CE courses

Pet perks and veterinary service

Student loan support

Job summary

Family Pet Animal Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, Cat-Friendly practice. This full-time role features a 4-day work week with rotating Saturday, and opportunities to learn through Thrive's education programs.

You will assist veterinarians, educate clients, maintain hospital cleanliness, and safely restrain dogs and cats. We value ethics, professionalism, empathy, energy, and focus, with competitive pay and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of 6 months working as an assistant in a veterinary setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Veterinarians in providing care for animals including appointments, supportive care, and diagnostics.
• Educating clients on services and patient care
• Help to maintain hospital cleanliness
• Be able to safely restrain various sized dogs and cats

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fast-paced environment

Custodian of patient care

Team player

Job description

Family Pet Animal Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, Cat-Friendly practice. This full-time role features a 4-day work week with rotating Saturday, and opportunities to learn through Thrive's education programs.

You will assist veterinarians, educate clients, maintain hospital cleanliness, and safely restrain dogs and cats. We value ethics, professionalism, empathy, energy, and focus, with competitive pay and a range of benefits.