Veterinary Assistant

VCA Noyes Animal Hospital in Fox River Grove, Illinois, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant!

Schedule: Full-time opportunity with rotating Saturdays.

At VCA Noyes Animal Hospital, we take pride in having a positive and enjoyable work environment. Our Noyes Family understands that finding and maintaining that ever-elusive work-life balance is vitally important. We work hard to support each other through the stresses of Veterinary Medicine, from laughing through the hardships and pushing our knowledge to become better caregivers. When our team is strong and healthy, we can provide the best quality medicine to our canine, feline, and exotic patients.

Our full-service facility offers Preventative/Routine medical care for canines, felines, and exotics! Our Medical Director, Dr. Zimmerman, has been with VCA Noyes for over 17 years. With his years of experience, he has helped the Noyes Family develop exceptional client communication and patient care.

About VCA

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we're passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we're committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

What You'll Do

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments

• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas

• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures

• Collect patient histories and support client communication

• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets

• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital

• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs

• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics

• Maintain accurate medical records

• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

What We're Looking For

• 1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Passion for patient care and client service

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid parental leave

• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra

• Continuing education and internal development programs

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Compensation: $18.50 - 25 /hour

Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Ready to be part of a team that feels like family? Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Location: 710 Northwest Hwy, Fox River Grove, IL 60021

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com