Ward / Kennel Staff at Veterinary Specialty Center

Bannockburn, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emotional Maturity, Physical Stamina, Teamwork, Dependability, Record Keeping, Patient Care, Cleaning, Stocking, Restraint Techniques, Observational Skills, Punctuality, Heavy Lifting

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Description We are looking for a responsible, hardworking individual with emotional maturity to work alongside our energetic and dedicated staff. This position is full-time, entry-level, physically demanding yet very rewarding. Key responsibilities: Restraining patients as needed during treatments and exams Basic care for pre-op and post-op patients Observing patients and keeping accurate records Admitting and releasing patients Cleaning of runs & cages and other basic cleaning tasks Stocking all departments with food, towels, and blankets for our patients Starting salary is $17.00/hour Benefits: Generous Salary Ownership Thinking Bonuses Employee Volunteer Program (we pay you to volunteer) Financial Hardship Loans (we help when you need it most) Quarterly Employee Social Events (bowling, zoo, baseball game, fall festival, etc.) On-site Bistro (fresh salads, sandwiches, snacks, drinks, and incidentals) Holiday Pay Generous Overtime Opportunities Generous Employee Referral Bonuses Birthday and Anniversary Bonuses Regular Lunchtime Food Truck Visits 401k Match Up to 6% (unheard of in the veterinary industry) Health Insurance (domestic partnerships included) Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Free Telehealth Services Life Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Free Pet Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Free Employee Assistance Program (financial, legal, and mental health services) Free Premium Scrubs/uniform Please note: Starting wage may be higher than listed depending on your experience. Veterinary Specialty Center is guided by the belief that companion animals deserve state-of-the-art medical care in a kind and comforting environment. The courage of our patients, the loyalty of their human families, and the devotion of our referral veterinarians inspire our vision. It is sustained by the contributions of our compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff and built upon a tradition of providing unsurpassed healthcare for animals. At Veterinary Specialty Center we believe that the enormous impact of the high-tech, state-of-the-art services we provide compels us to expand our mission. We not only want VSC to be an organization that is good but an organization that does good; for our patients, clients, referring veterinarians, staff, community, and the environment. We take this social and environmental responsibility very seriously; it shapes our unique culture and guides our growth and business decisions. We have openings doe days, nights and overnights. The overnight shift comes with a $2.00/hour shift differential. It’s the reason we were named a Chicago Tribune Top 100 Workplace It’s the reason why we were the first hospital in the Chicago-area to achieve VetCot Trauma Certification (one of just twelve veterinary hospitals internationally) This helps differentiate us from other specialty hospitals. We lead the way in progressive medical treatments and are one of the few private hospitals in the country and the first in Illinois to offer – 3 Tesla MRI 64-Slice CT Scan Hemodialysis Plasmapheresis Apheresis/Immunotherapy Stents Non-invasive cardiac surgical procedures Hip replacements for small dogs and cats In-house Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory with a Pathologist on staff High flow oxygen therapy Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass surgery Veterinary Specialty Center a 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care hospital has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, self-motivated, and professional individual to join our team in an exciting environment. Our Ward/Kennel attendants learn how much they enjoy the veterinary field so they often move up within the hospital and become Veterinary Technician Assistants or they even decide to go back to school and become Veterinary Technicians or Veterinarians. Come work at an animal hospital with competitive salaries, incredible benefits, and continuing education programs. This is a great opportunity for you to gain experience in the veterinary field and to make a difference in the lives of our patients! Veterinary Specialty Center provided the following inclusive hiring information: We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status. Women-led organization Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups LGBTQ+ friendly workplace Age-inclusive Diversity and inclusion training or programs Paid time off Requirements Job Requirements: Ability to remain on feet for an 10-hour shift Ability to handle a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently and closely within a team Punctuality and dependability Heavy lifting of 30+lbs Come work at an animal hospital with competitive salaries, incredible benefits, and continuing education programs. This is a great opportunity for you to gain experience in the veterinary field and to make a difference in the lives of our patients!

Responsibilities

The Ward/Kennel Staff will be responsible for restraining patients during treatments and exams, providing basic care for pre-op and post-op patients, and maintaining accurate records. Additional duties include admitting and releasing patients, cleaning runs and cages, and stocking supplies for the departments.