Veterinary Assistant

Mission Pet Health
Mount Prospect, IL
Overview

Companion Animal Hospital of Mount Prospect is seeking a

Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Our dedicated team of animal lovers is committed to delivering the most outstanding veterinary care to the Mount Prospect and Arlington Heights areas with an emphasis on progressive medicine, personable service, and lasting commitment to your pet’s needs. We offer a full range of services, from in-house diagnostics and our Senior Wellness Programs to professional grooming.

We have fun team events such as ghost tours, baseball games, paint nights and truly love working together. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to collaborate with our doctors and patient care coordinators, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients and their beloved pets in the area. Join us and be part of something special! 

Location: 2010 E. Camp McDonald Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Clinic Hours:

Monday

8:00am - 7:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 7:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 7:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 7:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday

8:00am - 2:00pm

Sunday

Closed

Shift: Rotating Saturdays and closed on Sundays

Compensation: $16-22/hr based on experience

Benefits

  • Holiday pay
  • CE allowance & professional development opportunities
  • Uniform allowance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Discounted Veterinary Care

YOUR HEALTH - COVERED.

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Teledoc - FREE doctor access 24/7

YOUR FAMILY - COVERED.

  • Caring for Elderly Family
  • Returning to Work After a Baby
  • Divorce
  • Moving to a New Community
  • Grieving for a Lost Loved One
  • Military Family Matters
  • Job Relocation
  • Buying or Selling a Home

YOUR FINANCES - COVERED.

  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Budgeting and Financial Guidance
  • Retirement Planning
  • Will and Testament Planning
  • Tax Issues
  • Identify Theft Recovery
  • Legal Counseling
  • Teammate Assistance Program
  • Teammate Referral Program

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

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
  • 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.
  • Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
  • Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

Required Education And Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements

  • The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
  • The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
  • The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with

Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to

creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Posted 2025-09-27

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