Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Position

At Mill Creek Animal Clinic in Palos Park, IL, you are joining a highly trusted organization dedicated to the best patient care. We are proud to be AAHA accredited, a designation that reflects our commitment to excellence in small animal medicine. Our 4.8-star Google rating confirms the deep trust the Palos Park community places in our teammates and the quality of care we provide every day. We are looking for passionate individuals who want to join a supportive environment where you can immediately begin making a difference. This is your opportunity to achieve your professional aspirations alongside a highly skilled clinical team. When you join us, you gain access to a culture where learning and stability are paramount. We invest heavily in our teammates' success, offering robust programs designed to help you succeed, whether you are pursuing credentialing as a veterinary technician or looking to develop leadership skills. Our dedicated network supports high-quality mentorship and provides resources like internal specialty consultations, ensuring that you always have the support required to manage complex cases and grow your clinical expertise. We believe in creating pathways so that every teammate can do your best work and achieve long-term career fulfillment. Your commitment to the highest standard of small animal medicine aligns perfectly with our practice philosophy. Maintaining AAHA accreditation requires continuous effort in advanced diagnostics, pain management, surgery, and clinical protocols, and you will be working within a system that encourages continuous improvement. We prioritize providing our veterinarians with access to cutting-edge tools and empowering our credentialed veterinary technicians to utilize their full scope of practice. Here, we ensure you have the medical autonomy and equipment necessary to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care for every patient. Palos Park offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and convenient access to the vibrancy of the greater Chicago area. This area is known for its strong, family-friendly community feel, excellent green spaces, and high quality of life. Located just southwest of the city, Palos Park allows you to enjoy peaceful natural surroundings, like the nearby Palos Forest Preserves for outdoor recreation, while still being close enough to enjoy world-class museums, dining, and culture when you desire. You will find that establishing roots here means joining a welcoming, supportive community that truly values high-quality local businesses like Mill Creek Animal Clinic.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation $18-23/hr

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.