Veterinary Assistant - Impactful, Community-Driven Role

Hometown Veterinary Partners; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

PTO

CE Allowance

Pet Insurance

Telemedicine

Wellness Resources

EAP

Job summary

Hometown Veterinary Partners is hiring Veterinary Assistants (VA) to support our bright, new hospitals in your community. You’ll join a hospital team reporting to the Hospital Director or Partner Doctor, focusing on exceptional client care and patient support.

Roles include patient handling, medication administration, and record-keeping, with emphasis on culture, collaboration, and community. Opportunities are available as full-time or part-time positions, with competitive compensation,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
• Spanish language ability is a plus to support our diverse client community.
• Strong organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and their pets in a friendly, professional manner.
• Assist in check-in/check-out and scheduling of follow-up care.
• Restrain and handle pets during examinations and procedures as directed by DVM.
• Prepare and administer medications as prescribed by the DVM.
• Observe animals, report health changes, and assist in emergencies.
• Maintain accurate medical records and logs in the patient chart.
• Educate owners on medications, nutrition, and preventive care as directed by the DVM.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hometown Veterinary Partners is hiring Veterinary Assistants (VA) to support our bright, new hospitals in your community. You’ll join a hospital team reporting to the Hospital Director or Partner Doctor, focusing on exceptional client care and patient support.

Roles include patient handling, medication administration, and record-keeping, with emphasis on culture, collaboration, and community. Opportunities are available as full-time or part-time positions, with competitive compensation,