Veterinary Assistant — Equine Care & Surgery Support

Petvet-Care-Centers; Wauconda (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Pet discounts

Well-being resources (Calm app)

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Chicago Equine Medical Center in Wauconda, Illinois seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support hospital operations and deliver quality care for patients and clients. Responsibilities include patient care, examinations, nursing duties, and maintaining medical records while assisting with procedures and diagnostics.

The role involves collaboration with a multi-doctor team in a state-of-the-art equine hospital, with a focus on sports medicine, preventative, and emergency care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Ability to work with animals, hazardous materials, and cleaning chemicals.
• Physically demanding role with lifting and extended standing.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by examinations and records review; perform diagnostics and imaging.
• Care for patients by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and wound care.
• Assist with examinations, surgeries, and patient handling under veterinarian direction.
• Maintain medical records and update owner communications as directed.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and sterile supplies; ensure proper storage and handling.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Chicago Equine Medical Center in Wauconda, Illinois seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support hospital operations and deliver quality care for patients and clients. Responsibilities include patient care, examinations, nursing duties, and maintaining medical records while assisting with procedures and diagnostics.

The role involves collaboration with a multi-doctor team in a state-of-the-art equine hospital, with a focus on sports medicine, preventative, and emergency care.