Veterinary Assistant Internal Medicine

VCA Animal Hospitals; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Mental wellness resources

Continuing education programs

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a full-time Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant in Aurora, Illinois. This role involves collaborating with veterinarians to provide comprehensive patient care, handling procedures, and ensuring a clean environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of veterinary experience, strong attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

The position offers a pay range of $17.00 – $23.00/hour along with benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off. VCA is committed to employee growth and development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills necessary.
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures.
• Safely restrain and handle patients.
• Prepare patients for diagnostics and procedures.
• Monitor hospitalized pets as directed.
• Maintain organized treatment areas.
• Document medical records.
• Communicate with clients professionally.
• Support appointment coordination.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant experience

Attention to detail

Multitasking abilities

Professional communication

Job description

Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant at VCA Aurora Animal Hospital

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10 hour weekday shifts.

About

Internal Medicine specialists are often considered the puzzle solvers of Veterinary Medicine. VCA Aurora’s Internal Medicine service is equipped to deal with whatever problem a patient brings—no matter how common or rare, or how simple or complex. Our Internal Medicine service diagnoses and treats the many serious diseases that can affect our patients' internal body systems.

The responsibilities of our Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistants include supporting the Internists and contributing to a collaborative environment to deliver thorough patient care. Our support staff are a vital reason we can help patients feel better and why pet parents feel a little more at ease because their family members are being cared for with great medicine and warm hearts.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments, procedures, and patient care.
• Safely restrain and handle patients.
• Prepare patients and treatment areas for diagnostics and procedures.
• Monitor hospitalized and outpatient pets as directed.
• Maintain clean and organized treatment areas.
• Assist with medical records and documentation.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients.
• Support appointment coordination and record collection.

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment.
• Compassionate and professional communication.

Total Rewards

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra.
• Continuing education and internal development programs.

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Compensation

$17.00 – $23.00/hour. Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Your Next Career Step Starts Here

Whether you’re starting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. Apply today.

Location

2600 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL 60506

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com