Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Morton Grove, Illinois

About Us:

Morton Grove Animal Hospital is a small, family owned veterinary practice and boarding facility in Morton Grove, IL, one of Chicago's near north suburbs. We are professional, client-centric, and inclusive. Our goal is to provide superior care to our patients and their owners through comprehensive preventative and sick patient care. Our services include routine and sick patient examinations, surgeries, dentistry, x-rays, ultrasounds, laser therapy, and more. We strive to create an environment where we can really get to know our patients and their families.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team and provide exceptional care for our patients. Responsibilities include assisting doctors in appointments and procedures, animal restraint, client education and communication, obtaining diagnostic samples, performing and submitting laboratory tests, patient care, IV catheter placement, anesthetic monitoring, dental radiographs and prophylaxis, administering medications and treatments such as laser therapy, and helping to maintain a clean and well stocked hospital. This position requires a compassionate individual who is comfortable working with and safely restraining animals of all sizes and breeds, and is able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. Candidates must be reliable, detail oriented, hardworking, honest, and possess excellent organizational skills while multitasking in a fast paced environment. Candidates must have the ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team, and demonstrate compassion and empathy for our patients and their owners. We value exceptional customer service skills and patient care above all else. Veterinary Technicians are expected to work a relatively fixed, but flexible schedule including some weekends. Candidates must have reliable transportation. Competitive benefits are offered to full time employees based on experience including health insurance, paid vacation, discounted pet care, and a retirement plan. Starting salary is negotiable based on applicant experience and skills.

Responsibilities:

Safely handle and restrain animals of all sizes Assist doctors with appointments Assist doctors in surgical procedures Obtain samples for submission to the laboratory Perform diagnostic testing (such as fecal float tests and ear cytology) and analyze results Assist in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and therapies Perform diagnostic X-rays and assist with diagnostic imaging procedures Perform dental X-rays and prophylaxis Provide anesthetic and post-operative care and monitoring Communicate with owners regarding their pet's condition and doctor's instructions Maintain accurate medical records for all patients Maintain a clean and well stocked hospital

Requirements:

Proficiency in animal handling and restraint techniques for animals of all sizes Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs Familiarity with veterinary terminology and anatomy, laboratory procedures, and equipment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality of care Compassion and empathy for all patients and owners Strong customer service skills Exceptional animal care skills

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 38.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Will you be able to reliably report to all of your scheduled shifts on time and ready to work?

Experience:

Animal care: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Morton Grove, IL 60053 (Required)

Work Location:

In person