Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Sesser, Illinois

Veterinary Assistant Sesser Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing high quality, comprehensive medical and surgical care for dogs, cats or companion animals throughout Southern Illinois. Located between St. Louis, MO and Louisville, KY, we have a staff of veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and support personnel that are available to handle emergency and routine cases. We provide veterinary care for dogs, cats, horses, dairy and beef cattle, pigs, goats, sheep and some exotic species. We are looking for a full time Veterinary Assistant or Technician AND a full time Receptionist. We strive to be a caring, professional workplace, but we also try to have fun. We are in need of hardworking, compassionate team players. We would prefer someone with experience, but it is not required.

Duties include:

Animal handling and restraint Assisting with patient care, treatment and surgery Running in house laboratory work Restocking supplies Lots of cleaning Answering phones Taking good notes Most importantly, exceptional communication skills

Experience/Skills:

Computer skills required. Experience with veterinary or medical computer software including scheduling appointments, documenting procedures, and managing invoices a plus Must possess a positive attitude, compassion, and strong skills working on a team Must provide above average customer service to our clients and their pets Must have an excellent work ethic and be highly dependable due to the nature of the job Starting salary will be based on experience, but no experience is necessary. Our ideal candidate will be motivated, dependable, people-oriented, adaptable, and kind. Submit resume by e-mail or in person.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

Work Location:

In person