Veterinary Assistant

Suffield Veterinary Hospital

Burr Ridge, IL, United States
$16-$22ph
On-site
Assist veterinarians and vet techs
Handle and restrain animals safely
Prepare examination rooms
Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, handling and restraining animals safely and compassionately

Job Summary

  • Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, handling and restraining animals safely and compassionately.
  • Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas, perform basic laboratory tests, and administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
  • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, employee pet discount, paid time off, and continuing education for RVTs.

Matching Summary

Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, handling and restraining animals safely and compassionately.

Salary

$16-$22/hr

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist veterinarians and vet techs
  • Handle and restrain animals safely
  • Prepare examination rooms
  • Perform basic laboratory tests
  • Administer medications and vaccinations
  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Communicate with pet owners

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiastic and reliable
  • High standards of animal care
  • Customer service focus

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience
  • Technical know-how in disinfection
  • Technical know-how in administering medication
  • Technical know-how in using diagnostic equipment
  • Physical ability to handle animals

Work Rights

Not specified

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