Veterinary Assistant

About the role

Cary Grove Animal Hospital in Cary, IL is a 3‑doctor veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care to animal patients and outstanding service to their owners. The hospital is well equipped with digital medical records, full in‑house lab, digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, ultrasound, advanced surgical monitoring, TonoVet, Class 4 therapy laser, and more. This part‑time Veterinary Assistant position averages 15‑30 hours per week and focuses on outpatient services. We have a well‑established team that values work‑life balance. Learn more about our practice at www.carygroveanimalhospital.com.

Responsibilities

• Running appointments and obtaining accurate patient histories
• Client education on vaccines, preventatives, and wellness care
• Reviewing treatment plans and estimates
• Discharging patients and reviewing medications
• Follow‑up calls and client communication
• Venipuncture and sample collection
• Administering SQ injections and fluids
• Radiograph positioning
• Lab sample preparation (fecal, urine, cytology)
• Cleaning and maintaining hospital areas

Requirements

• At least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience in a veterinary hospital
• Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
• Comfortable with animal restraint and handling
• Basic knowledge of vaccines and common medications
• Dependable and adaptable team player who brings energy and positivity to work
• Experience with EMR/veterinary software
• Knowledge of common diseases and treatment
• Excellent communication skills, reliable, efficient, maintains a professional appearance, and works well in a team setting
• Licensed veterinary technicians also encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Mental health support with 24/7 access
• Annual scrub allowance
• Free RACE‑approved CE platform (including VA and tech‑specific content)
• Incentive programs recognizing team contributions to great care
• Personal pet care discounts at all CVP locations + pet insurance discounts