Veterinary Assistant: Multi-Species Care & Surgery Support

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Bonus incentive

Flexible schedule

Career development

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Job summary

Vernon Hills Animal Hospital in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exams, and routine lab work. You will help with anesthesia, radiographs, and client education in a fast-paced mixed-practice setting.

This role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care, and accurate record-keeping, with weekend availability and ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary practice preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Weekend availability as required.
• Basic math and dosage calculations.
• Proficient with MS Office & computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Vernon Hills Animal Hospital in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exams, and routine lab work. You will help with anesthesia, radiographs, and client education in a fast-paced mixed-practice setting.

This role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care, and accurate record-keeping, with weekend availability and ability to lift up to 25 pounds.