About us
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.
- 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 Level I 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. 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. Many of our Ward/Kennel attendants have either been promoted into other positions within the hospital or use their knowledge and experience gained to apply for veterinary school. Our goal is to provide you with all the necessary tools to help you begin or continue your exciting journey in the veterinary field. We have openings for days, nights and overnights. The overnight shift comes with a $2/hour shift differential.
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/hr
Benefits:
- Generous Salary
- 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 Employee Referral Bonuses
- 401k and Employer Match
- Health Insurance (domestic partnerships included)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Discounts
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Free Employee Assistance Program (financial, legal, and mental health services)
- Free Premium Scrubs/uniform
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!
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
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- animal: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
