Veterinary Assistant, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Penn Foster sponsorship

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms

CE Allowance

Professional development assistance

Hands-on learning

Onsite continuing education

Veterinary Social Worker on site

Job summary

Premier Veterinary Group Mundelein is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for Emergency & Critical Care in Mundelein, IL. This full-time position offers 3 twelve-hour shifts or 4 nine-hour shifts per week, with rotating weekends and some holiday coverage.

Compensation is $16/hr, with a $5/hr overnight differential, depending on experience. You will work alongside emergency clinicians and a supportive team, restrain patients, maintain clean care areas, stock supplies, assist with daily laundry, and

Qualifications

• Must have worked or volunteered with dogs and cats in a clinic, Humane Society, Kennel, or similar.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Willingness to work beyond scheduled hours when needed.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to help across roles.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain patients for examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain clean, sanitized patient care areas, including kennels, treatment spaces, and hospital floors.
• Keep treatment areas fully stocked and organized to support efficient patient care.
• Assist with daily laundry to ensure clean linens and supplies.
• Walk and exercise hospitalized patients while monitoring their comfort and well-being.
• Prepare and provide meals for hospitalized patients according to their care plans.
• Support the medical team by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail while effectively prioritizing and multitasking in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Stamina

Flexibility

Team player

Dog/Cat experience

Job description

Veterinary Assistant,Emergency & Critical Care
Location:Mundelein, IL
Schedule:Full-Time | 3rd Shift Available| Either 3 Twelve OR 4 Nine Hour Shifts Per Week | Rotating Weekends Required | Participation in Some Holiday Coverage
Compensation:$16/hr, Depending On Experience | Applicable Shift Differentials - $5/hr for Overnights

Why Join Premier Veterinary Group, Mundelein
At Premier Veterinary Group Mundelein, you'll be part of a collaborative team where your skills, compassion, and dedication make a real difference every day. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital provides the advanced technology, equipment, and resources you need to deliver exceptional patient care while continuing to grow your clinical expertise. You'll work alongside experienced emergency clinicians, a board-certified surgeon, and a supportive team that values mentorship, teamwork, and continuous learning. Whether you're caring for urgent cases or assisting with advanced procedures, every shift offers opportunities to expand your skills and make a lasting impact on the lives of pets and their families.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Safely restrain patients for examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain clean, sanitized patient care areas, including kennels, treatment spaces, and hospital floors.
• Keep treatment areas fully stocked and organized to support efficient patient care.
• Assist with daily laundry to ensure clean linens and supplies are readily available.
• Walk and exercise hospitalized patients while monitoring their comfort and well-being.
• Prepare and provide meals for hospitalized patients according to their care plans.
• Support the medical team by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail while effectively prioritizing and multitasking in a fast-paced setting.

What You Bring:

• The ability to multitask and maintain exceptional attention to detail in a busy hospital environment.
• The stamina to stand and walk for the majority of your shift.
• Flexibility to work beyond your scheduled hours when patient care requires it.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to jump in wherever help is needed.
• Must have worked or volunteered working with dogs and cats at a clinic, Humane Society, Kennel, or similar

Perks & Benefits

• Ask us about our Penn Foster sponsorship program that is designed tosupport you in achieving veterinary technician licensure!
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance-Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best.
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, HSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms
• Generous CE Allowance
• Professional development assistance
• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing
• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms
• Veterinary Social Worker on site!

Join Premier Veterinary Group Mundelein during an exciting time of growth!In early 2025, we opened the doors to our brand-new, 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art hospital, designed to support exceptional patient care and an outstanding team experience. Our collaborative team of veterinarians and support staff is passionate about delivering high-quality urgent veterinary care while building meaningful relationships with pets, their families, and one another. If you're looking for a workplace that values teamwork, compassion, and professional growth, you'll find your next opportunity at Premier Mundelein.

Surrounding Areas
Premier Veterinary Group Mundelein is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals throughout
Lake County and Chicago's northern suburbs, including:

• Libertyville
• Vernon Hills
• Hawthorn Woods
• Long Grove
• Grayslake
• Lake Zurich
• Buffalo Grove
• Lincolnshire
• Wauconda
• Deerfield
• Kildeer
• Gurnee
• Round Lake
• Lake Forest
• Highland Park
• Northbrook
• Palatine
• Arlington Heights
• Barrington
• Cary
• Crystal Lake
• McHenry
• Antioch
• Waukegan
• Kenosha, WI

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.