Veterinary Support Specialist

Suveto • Chicago, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

West Loop Veterinary Care–Streeterville is seeking a full-time Veterinary Support Specialist for its state-of-the-art, AAHA-accredited facility in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood. The clinic’s compassionate, collaborative team includes Hospital Attendants, Patient Care Coordinators, Veterinary Assistants, and Technicians. The facility is newly built and equipped with modern equipment, and the position offers opportunities for professional growth.

The role’s purpose is to keep the clinic clean, prepared, clutter-free, and safe while supporting the care of hospitalized animals and assisting with facility operations. The position pays $18.00–$20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Ability to learn, understand, and follow safety practices related to veterinary care.
• Ability to demonstrate warmth, courtesy, and professionalism in interactions with clients.
• Ability to handle and restrain cats and dogs.
• Ability to work safely in close proximity to cats and dogs.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing 50 or more pounds on occasion.
• Working knowledge of the biology, physiology, and behavioral characteristics of cats and dogs.
• Working knowledge of personal protective methods and devices.
• Must observe fire and safety procedures, bloodborne pathogen standards, and hazard communication standards; employee training is provided.
• The position may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, potentially infectious materials, chemicals, and other potentially hazardous conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to hospitalized animals by ensuring each patient has clean, dry bedding and communicating issues or concerning observations.
• Keep the clinic clean, prepared, stocked, clutter-free, and safe.
• Maintain the building façade, keep sidewalks and vestibules tidy, and water potted plants and remove debris.
• Move patients throughout the hospital while following established animal-handling safety guidelines.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining exam rooms and the pharmacy area as needed.
• Pack and maintain “New Puppy” and “New Kitten” bags as needed.
• Sterilize and package surgical instruments and clean and prepare surgical and dental suites.
• Clean, stock, and straighten treatment and surgical areas; assist with cleaning reception and exam rooms as needed.
• Clean kitchen, basement, bathroom, and office areas.
• Work toward completing daily and weekly/monthly cleaning lists.
• Clean and maintain medical equipment as required.
• Keep up with laundry duties throughout the day.
• Follow OSHA guidelines for safety and hazardous-material handling.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Pet care discounts
• 401(k) with a true match up to 4%
• Paid parental leave after two years of service
• VSOP® grants at no cost to full-time hospital team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed