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Career Opportunities at
Knollwood
We are always glad to accept resumes from enthusiastic, hard working, dependable, team oriented persons who are eager to join our team of veterinary health care professionals. Positions currently available are listed at the bottom of this page. You may contact our front desk, in person, for a written job description or to fill out a job application. Applications must be filled out in our office, without exception. However, you may mail or fax a resume as a first step prior to submitting an application. Please mail or fax your resume to the attention of our Practice Manager, Dr. Deborah Mitchell: Knollwood Hospital for Pets
2237 W. Schaumburg Road
Schaumburg, IL 60194 FAX: 847-891-9040 Because we feel a sense of responsibility to the individuals we hire, and because our clients appreciate getting to know and work with the same individuals repeatedly, we do not hire seasonal workers. |
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Nurse Assistant - This position has been filled! Part time. The NA is a multitasker whose primary responsibility is to assist the Nurse. General duties include ‑ but are not limited to – preparing lab paperwork, assisting Nurses with in-hospital treatments and procedures, caring for hospitalized and post-surgical patients, and recording patient data in the exam room. Requirements for this position: (Ask for a Job Description in the office for details) * Demonstrated ability to perform tasks as listed in our Job Description; * Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment; * Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with clients, as well as fellow employees; * Demonstrated ability to learn new skills; * Demonstrated ability to work as an effective Medical Team Member; * Dependable transportation; * An appreciation and respect for the variety of the patients we serve. |
Surgical Nurse Assistant - This position has been filled! Part time. The primary job of this entry-level position is to assist our Surgical Nurses in the performance of their duties on surgery days. General duties include ‑ but are not limited to – admitting and transporting surgical patients, assisting with pre-surgical labwork, assisting with preparing patients for surgery, washing and sterilizing surgical instruments, preparing surgical equipment packs, and caring for post-surgical patients. Requirements for this position: (Ask for a Job Description in the office for details) * Demonstrated ability to perform tasks as listed in our Job Description; * Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment; * Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with clients, as well as fellow employees; * Demonstrated ability to learn new skills; * Demonstrated ability to work as an effective Medical Team Member; * Dependable transportation; * An appreciation and respect for the variety of the patients we serve. |
Nurse Position - One position has been filled, one is still available! Part-time to full time skilled position; prior small animal hospital experience required; must have reliable transportation; salary based on documented skill level. Technical Duties: - Performing IV and jugular catheterization, intravenous and tube feedings
- Performing induction, monitoring, and documentation of anesthesia
- Performing dental prophylaxes
- Taking, developing, and properly documenting radiographs in a efficient manner
- Anticipating and accommodating the needs and quirks of two Doctors and our Externs
- Performing in-house laboratory tests, including reading simple cytology, UAs, fecals, etc
- Knowing correct medication and fluid dosages for specific weights and species
- Administering medications, treatments, vaccines, or blood products to patients as prescribed by the Doctors
- Assisting Doctors with client education and demonstrations
- Entering charges and using the computers fully and effectively
- Must be able to multi-task quickly and efficiently
Non-Technical (But Crucial) Duties: - Talking scared cats off of the ceiling
- Holding hands, remembering babies’ names, drying tears
- Handling difficult, aggressive, and terrified patients
- Making grouchy clients (or fellow employees) laugh
- An appreciation and respect for the variety of the patients and clients we serve.
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