Veterinary Assistant Internal Medicine

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Mental wellness resources

Education programs

Job summary

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is seeking an Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant for a full-time role with 4x10 hour weekday shifts. You will support Internists, assist with procedures, and help deliver thorough patient care in a collaborative environment.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and the chance to work in a dedicated Internal Medicine team focused on improving patient outcomes and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Veterinary Assistant experience

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Job description

Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant at VCA Aurora Animal Hospital

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

About Internal Medicine at VCA Aurora Animal Hospital:

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

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• 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

Compensation

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

Location: 2600 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL 60506

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.