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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners
Wilmington, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2026
Skinner Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

We’re excited to offer a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus to welcome you to our team!

What To Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

  • All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement for full-time employees
  • Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
  • Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
  • 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
  • Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180 partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $18 - $19 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Full-time, averaging 35–40 hours per week. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with every other Saturday from 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
  • Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
  • Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
  • Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
  • Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
  • Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
  • Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
  • Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
  • Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Skinner Animal Clinic

Skinner Animal Clinic is a modern, full-service veterinary hospital offering everything from wellness exams and diagnostics to emergency care and surgical procedures. Our highly skilled team is trained to treat a wide range of conditions, but our focus is always on preventative care—because we believe it’s better to maintain good health than treat illness after it develops. We also take pride in educating our clients, empowering them to practice preventative care at home.

Beyond exceptional medicine, we’re dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment where pets feel safe and cared for, and clients feel confident and supported. At Skinner Animal Clinic, your four-legged family members are treated like our own.

Salary : $18 - $19

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