Veterinary Assistant - Carol Stream Animal Hospital
Carol Stream, IL 60188
About the Job
Join Our Family at Carol Stream Animal Hospital!
Are you passionate about animal care and looking to be part of a dedicated team? Carol Stream Animal Hospital, located in Carol Stream, Illinois, has been serving our community's companion animals for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in a supportive, family-like environment.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Availability to work on weekends.
Familiarity with companion animals and a strong ability to communicate with pet owners.
A team player who contributes to the success of the entire group.
Experience is preferred, but we are willing to train enthusiastic candidates eager to grow in the field.
Why Join Us?
Work in a compassionate, family-oriented environment.
Opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge in veterinary care.
Be part of a team that genuinely loves and cares for animals.
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, we want to hear from you!
140 W. Elk Trail Carol Stream, Illinois 60188 United States
Monday- Thursday
8:00am-7:00pm
Friday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sunday
Closed
- Provide quality patient care in tandem with other medical professionals.
- Be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to: laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery and dentistry.
- Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in patient files. Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
- Schedule appointments, take payments and check-in clients. Answer practice phone lines.
- Participate in any special cleaning duties and equipment maintenance as directed.
- Support a work environment and culture that values critical thinking, problem solving, engagement, inclusion and diversity at all levels.
- PTO based on experience & hours worked
- Customized learning and development opportunities
- FSA and HSA options available
- 401K starting on day 1- Company 4% match
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for you & your family
- Additional Insurances Available:
- Life Insurance AD&D
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accidental Insurance
- Discounts for your pets
- Annual scrub allowance
Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue, per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you.
24 hour access.
Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support.
Easy access to legal/financial experts and information.
Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions,
Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life.
Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics.
Employees can take advantage of services like our Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center, and Mindfulness resources.
Qualifications:Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- The employee must also be confident around pets.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.