Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•Chicago, IL

14d•$19 - $28

About The Position

VCA Blum Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant for our support team. Come join our growing animal hospital with 8 veterinarians and over 40 support staff! Since 1952, we’ve been proud to provide Chicago pets with the highest level of veterinary care and customer service by offering a comprehensive range of veterinary services that meet the gold standard of pet care. Our hospital has been AAHA Accredited since 1972 and Fear Free Certified since 2018. Summary: Our Veterinary Assistants support our veterinarians and technicians in all aspects of animal care by restraining our patients during physical exams, treatments, and procedures, and providing treatments as directed by a veterinarian. They are an advocate of our patients to ensure they receive the proper care in a safe and comfortable manner.

Requirements

Energetic, personable, and people-oriented
Experience working with animals and confidence in the physical handling of dogs and cats
Professional, task-oriented, and pays good attention to detail
Ability to work a flexible schedule, must demonstrate reliable attendance
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; standing, kneeling, and lifting of 40 lbs
General physical capability to work with animals over 50 pounds is required

Nice To Haves

The ability to draw blood and collect urine is a plus!

Responsibilities

Assist our veterinarians and technicians in carrying, handling, and restraining animals during physical exams, treatments, and procedures
Adhere to strict instruction in regards to walking and feeding hospitalized patients
Assist in the proper protocol for handling humane euthanasia patients
Assist in accurately filling prescription medications and diets
Extensive cleaning and maintenance of the hospital, including treatment areas, exam rooms, surgical suite, and reception area
Lab sample collection and processing