Are you passionate about animals and want to make a real difference in their lives? Anderson Humane’s Veterinary Clinic in South Elgin is looking for a part-time Clinic Resource Consultant who can help our adorable animals receive the medical care they need and find their forever homes.
What you’ll love
- You’ll play a crucial part in making sure each Anderson Humane and owned animals get the veterinary care they need.
- The big impact you’ll have on our community as you assist with everything our low-cost vet clinic has to offer.
- Our Consultants start at $16 per hour. Add another $1 per hour for Spanish fluency.
- Accrual of Paid Time Off hours starting on your very first day.
- Saving for your future now by enrolling in our 401(k)-retirement program (must be 21years old).
- A wide variety of services in our Employee Assistance Program are available to help you manage life’s curveballs.
- Our Employee Adoption Discount because pets are like potato chips, you can’t have just one!
What you’ll do
- Ensure all shelter and owned animals are properly scheduled for spay/neuter appointments.
- Assist clients in scheduling low-cost veterinary care appointments.
- Be the friendly face that greets visitors and assisting them by addressing medical questions, going over post-surgery instructions, and helping them to the best of our ability.
- Use a variety of computer programs to gather the info you need to provide superior service and process clients’ payments.
- Stay up-to-date and spreading the word about our incredible programs and events.
- Maintain a welcoming environment for both animals and visitors.
What to expect
- A lively environment with animals of all sizes and characters.
- The need for safety awareness; we do work with animals in a medical setting, after all.
- Learning all about veterinary medicine and how to keep animals up to date on vaccinations and procedures.
- Witnessing joyous moments as you make a difference for families and their pets!
What we’re looking for
- At least one year of customer service experience in a professional setting.
- Availability to work a flexible part-time schedule of mornings, afternoons, and evenings on weekdays; as well as nights, weekends, and non-standard hours as required at our South Elgin shelter and clinic locations.
- Veterinary or medical knowledge and/or vet clinic experience is a plus.
- Strong desire to work with the public with communication skills that showcase warmth and inclusivity.
- At ease learning new software programs.
- Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism, especially in emotional situations.
- A natural ability to juggle tasks and prioritize.
