What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Glen Ellyn Animal Hospital?
🐾 Veterinary Assistant – Help Us Care for Pets Every Day! 🐾
We are seeking a compassionate and hardworking Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. If you love animals, thrive in a busy environment, and want to make a real difference, this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
- Safely handle and restrain animals of all sizes and temperaments
- Feed, bathe, and provide comfort to animals in our care
- Clean and disinfect kennels, treatment areas, and equipment
- Monitor patients and report any changes to the veterinary team
- Support reception as needed (greeting clients, answering phones)
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for animal welfare and care
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes physically demanding environment
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
- Previous animal care experience preferred, but we will train the right person
Why Join Us?
- Work with a friendly, supportive team who shares your love for animals
- Training and development opportunities
- A chance to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families
- Fun, rewarding, and interesting!
Benefits (health benefits start at 30 hours per week):
- Pet Discounts
- Friend/Family Discounts available
- 401 K
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Long Term/Short Term Disability Insurance
- Uniforms
- Paid Time Off
Salary: Starting at $16-$17: based on experience.
Pay Frequency: Bi Weekly
Schedule: Shifts consist of AM, PM & Weekends. We do our best to honor shift preferences in order to maintain a good work life balance.
Educational Requirements & Skills Needed
Experience:
- No experience required, just a passion for animals.
Educational Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
- Minimum age requirement of 18 years old
A background check and pre-employment drug screen will be required. To join our team of highly skilled veterinary technicians, please submit your resume today!
Salary : $16 - $17