Veterinary Assistant
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Job Location:
Peoria, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 16 - 18
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care client communication and veterinary procedures with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect
As you join our mission to provide optimal medical care for all our patients in a warm friendly inviting atmosphere that encourages our clients participation and comfort expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deservemedical dental vision and retirement.
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today
- Employee referral bonus. Earn $1000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180 partner hospitals across the country.
Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour based on the candidates skills experience and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position. MondayFriday 7:00 AM5:30 PM working four 10-hour shifts with a consistent day off each week. Rotating Saturdays 7:45 AM12:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations treatments and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests such as collecting blood urine and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed bathe and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets care treatment plans and follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection administering medication and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
About Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic
As a full-service AAHA-accredited veterinary medical facility in Peoria Illinois we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch medical surgical and dental care through our professional and courteous staff. Our team is highly skilled in PennHip evaluations A-Stamp certifications TPLO procedures orthopedic surgery abdominal ultrasounds and echocardiography. We are dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership preventative healthcare and providing health-related education.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Basic Math
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Pet Care
- Medical Imaging
- Medication Administration
About Company
Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic is an AAHA accredited animal hospital located in Peoria, IL. We proivde the best possible medical, surgical and dental care.
