Veterinary Assistant

Full Time
Springfield, IL 62704
Posted
Job description
Overview:
Capitol Illini Veterinary Services - Springfield has an opportunity for a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location:
1711 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

Shift Details:
Full time (30+ hours a week) We are open Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm, Saturday 7am - 1pm, and closed on Sundays. Rotational Saturdays required.

Compensation:
$14 - $15

Capitol Illini Veterinary Services is where pets get healthy and where people stay happy. As one of the larger veterinary practices in central Illinois, we provide high-quality medical care for cats, dogs, pocket pets, and reptiles.
We manage two full-service animal hospitals in Springfield and Chatham, offering excellent standard of care at each location. Our friendly team works as a cohesive unit and each of our doctors focuses on a specific niche of pet medicine. Our goal is to give your pet access to the best diagnosis and treatment options possible.

Job Summary:
The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Benefits We Offer:
  • Yearly uniform allowance
  • Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
  • 401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
  • Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
  • Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
  • Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Participate in any special cleaning duties.
  • Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  • Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
  • Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
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
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