Veterinary Assistant jobs in Springfield, IL

Hillsboro Advanced Vet Care provides training upon hire and offers the opportunity to cross-train with our clinical staff. We also offer the warm, supportive team dynamic that only a family-owned business can bring! This position will immerse you in the vibrant, fast-paced setting of an innovative, cutting edge animal hospital, where each day is different but the exceptional quality of patient care and client service remains constant. Excellent interpersonal skills, a drive to learn and collaborate, and a compassionate attitude will prepare the you for success in this role. We focus heavily on continuing our staff's education through group learning and want to help you grow personally and professionally, while being sure that you always have new goals to reach toward. We offer incredible employee benefits including health insurance, a bonus program, PTO, an annual COMPANY VACATION based on production goals and a robust discount program for your personal pets.

Job Descriptions:

1. Perform basic animal restraint.

2. Treat and care for hospitalized patients based on doctor’s instructions. Administer both oral and injectable medications.

3. Learn, understand, and explain basic medical/surgical procedures.

4. Work closely with and assist doctors as needed.

5. Kennel duties - Basic animal care, let dogs out, provide food/water, clean kennels, clean bowls/dishes and Bathe animals

• Be available to work full days (usually from 8am to 5pm)
• Rotate weekend kennel duties (bi-monthly) and rotate holiday kennel duties
• Be present at the weekly staff meeting every other Tuesday morning at 7am
• Be available to assist with various night & weekend activities such as parades, community education events, and happy hours with vet students!

We would love to have you join our team!!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person