Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are Carlson Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a busy, boutique, AAHA accredited canine and feline veterinary practice in Oak Park, Illinois, dedicated to exceptional client service and high-quality patient care. We are a close-knit team that enjoys working together, supporting one another, and caring for pets and the families who love them. Description Veterinary Assistant Carlson Animal Hospital Oak Park, IL Full-time Who We Are Carlson Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a busy, boutique, AAHA accredited canine and feline veterinary practice in Oak Park, Illinois, dedicated to exceptional client service and high-quality patient care. We are a close-knit team that enjoys working together, supporting one another, and caring for pets and the families who love them. We take pride in our collaborative culture, longstanding staff, and commitment to excellence. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and advancement within our practice. Carlson Animal Hospital Carlson Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. Qualifications Veterinary Assistant experience required 1-2 years of clinical experience required Excellent communication skills Team player Professional attitude Role Responsibilities Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow. Assist with surgeries and procedures Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. You’ll Grow with Us Skills Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital Benefits – Our Care In Action Competitive pay 401(k) with employer match Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health Paid parental leave Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet Subsidized backup childcare and elder care Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning FREE CE courses Pet perks and veterinary service discounts Student loan support tools and assistance Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $19-21/ hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. About Thrive Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com. We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thrive Pet Healthcare