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Pet Wellness Center of Southern Illinois
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$33,749 / year median in Illinois
+27% projected growth
Job Description
- Higher pay-rate offered to candidates with appropriate level of education and/or experience in Vet Med
- We are currently looking to hire a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician to work at our clinic in Effingham, Illinois.
Responsibilities:
- Assist doctor in surgical procedures
- Assist doctor in appointments
- Assisting in surgery
- Restraining animals
- 1 night per week + 1 weekend per month of after hours emergency & critical care (training will be provided first for inexperienced candidates & higher pay will be provided for these services)
- Interacting w/ clients, answering questions Qualifications
- Veterinary Clinic or Medical Clinic experience preferred
- Veterinary Technician/ Veterinary Assistant Degree preferred
- Team mentality and ability to work and react accordingly in high stress situations
- Ability to lift up to 30-40lbs without assistance
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $16.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time offWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements