Veterinary Assistant — Growth‑Oriented, Team‑First Practice

GoodVets; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with a Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Culture that values you

Job summary

GoodVets in Chicago is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team, supporting doctors and technicians in delivering compassionate care while keeping exam rooms clean, stocked, and welcoming. This role offers hands-on growth in a collaborative, growth-minded environment.

You will manage patient records, assist with medications, prep for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics, and lift up to 50 lbs while staying detail-oriented in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care or veterinary setting preferred.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Safely restrain animals for exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and label samples for diagnostic testing.
• Prepare surgical and exam rooms, including sterilization of instruments.
• Observe and report signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.
• Assist with medication dispensing and ensure accurate patient records.
• Support technicians in prepping patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics.

Skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication

Flexible schedule

Job description

GoodVets in Chicago is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team, supporting doctors and technicians in delivering compassionate care while keeping exam rooms clean, stocked, and welcoming. This role offers hands-on growth in a collaborative, growth-minded environment.

You will manage patient records, assist with medications, prep for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics, and lift up to 50 lbs while staying detail-oriented in a fast-paced hospital setting.