Job Description
Surgery Veterinary Assistant
Full-Time | Monday-Thursday, 1 st shift | Hourly pay range: $16-19+/hr (based on experience)
The Premier Veterinary Group is now hiring a full- time Veterinary Assistant to join our new Surgery team (opening in October) in our BRAND-NEW 10,000 square foot facility in Mundelein, IL !!
Premier Veterinary Group by Ethos believes that all veterinarians, veterinary professionals, pets and pet owners deserve premier experiences. Everything we do reflects this belief. We commit ourselves to acting with respect, honor and dignity toward our clients, colleagues, and each other.
This position is a precursor to the Veterinary Technician level. The primary responsibility of the
Veterinary Assistant is to support and assist the veterinary medical staff and provide exemplary patient and client service with a keen sensitivity to the emotional bond between owners and their pets. Responsibilities for this position would include but are not limited to basic record keeping, animal restraint and husbandry, administering oral medications, stocking of medical supplies, maintaining safety and cleanliness of the workspace, radiology, bloodwork, sterile processing and other duties as needed.
About You: You have a strong desire to learn and apply knowledge/skills learned to daily work life. You can communicate effectively both written and verbally. You are reliable and have follow-through with all work-related tasks/projects.
The best candidate for this position: - Has 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine OR completion of a veterinary assistant program
- Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise
- Can multitask, prioritize, self-motivate, work well with others and have a strong work ethic
- Able to handle/restrain, sometimes fractious animals, weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
Benefits of Working at Premier Veterinary Group Full-time benefits include health plan options that include an optional 100% employer paid plan, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, PTO at 3 weeks the first year, uniform allowance, and a generous CE allowance. Generous pet care discounts also apply.
This is a great time to join the team as we just moved into a
BRAND NEW 10,000 square foot facility in
Mundelein IL, in early 2025! Be a part this exciting transition with us!
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work,