Western Illinois Veterinary Clinic

08/20/2024

Make sure you're prepared for the routine and the unforeseen costs of caring for your pet. Be prepared for the unexpected with pet medical insurance – talk to your veterinarian today!

08/08/2024

The world is better with a cat by your side. Happy International Cat Day! 🐈 🌟

07/30/2024

We are looking to add a Hospital Assistant who will be reliable and compassionate to assist in the daily operations of our shelter and clinic.

The Hospital Assistant will be responsible for the care and well-being of all animals in the shelter, including feeding and cleaning. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal welfare and a desire to provide exceptional care to our furry patients.

Essential Functions:
• Feeds and waters animals in the shelter/hospital following safety guidelines.
• Cleans kennels, cages, and other animal housing areas in the shelter and veterinary clinic/exam rooms, ensuring that they are free of debris and f***s and meet applicable sanitation and safety
standards. Sweeping and disinfection of floors, cleaning of food/water dishes and litterboxes, emptying garbage, and hospital laundry duties are required.
• Monitors animals for signs of illness, injury, or distress and reports any concerns to veterinary staff or shelter manager.
• Assists veterinary staff and shelter manager with various tasks as needed, including restraining animals for exams, assisting with procedures, and administering oral medications in treats.
• Provides exceptional customer service to clients, including answering questions, addressing concerns, and providing education.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions to fulfill the requirements of this position.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required, with additional training or education in animal care preferred.
• Experience working with animals in a kennel, shelter, or veterinary environment preferred.
• Knowledge of animal behavior and care.

About You:
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking direction from veterinary staff and kennel manager.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform other physical tasks associated with animal care.

Physical Demands:
The Hospital Assistant may be required to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform other physical tasks associated with animal care, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:
The Hospital Assistant will work primarily in a kennel environment, which may be noisy, with exposure to animal dander, hair, and bodily fluids. The position may require working weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity to assist in providing exceptional care to our furry patients.

07/30/2024

We are searching for a veterinary receptionist to join our team! The best part of working at WIVC is our team! We are a fun and humorous group! Each day is unique, exciting, and chaotic. We value access to veterinary care and thus our team strives to help as many pet owners, livestock producers, and shelter customers as possible. Our receptionist team is instrumental in all our communications and the customer experience. Duties include: answering customer phone calls, text messages, and emails, scheduling appointments, processing payments, and assisting with shelter customer needs. Please drop off your resume, in person, to Paige, our Office Manager, at 3910 Wismann Lane, Quincy, IL 62305.

07/24/2024

Are you a Veterinary Technician with EXPERIENCE?

Come join our Amazing Team and The Best Clients!

Western Illinois Vet Clinic in Quincy is an established, family-owned hospital with a growing clientele. We’re a friendly, caring, and fun group that loves what we do, and it shows in how we approach our clients, patients, and each other. Our goal is to find a positive, motivated Veterinary Technician to join our team. We’re looking for someone who has great people skills and a commitment to providing the best possible care and service to pets and their people.
Our Offer
• Hourly rate - “Competitive wage depending on experience"
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Paid CE time/Educational opportunities
• Employee pet care discount
About You
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills & sense of humor
• Works well under pressure
• Customer service experience
• Computer literacy
• Client-focused
• A desire to help build long-term relationships with pet parents & the community
• Caring and professional
• Dedicated to the best in patient care
• Committed to client education
• Able to pass a drug and background check
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
Ready to Apply?
Please drop off resume in person at 3910 Wismann Lane, Quincy, Illinois 62305.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

07/11/2024

Splash safely! Avoid strong currents and watch for fatigue as pups enjoy the water.

07/04/2024

Let's celebrate the red, white, and woof alongside our furry friends. Wishing you a day filled with joy, safety, and lots of tail wags! 🇺🇸

06/05/2024

We are looking for Veterinary Technicians to join our amazing team, to work with the best clients, and learn on the job!
Western Illinois Vet Clinic in Quincy is an established, family-owned hospital with a growing clientele. We’re a friendly, caring, and fun group that loves what we do, and it shows in how we approach our clients, patients, and each other. Our goal is to find a positive, motivated Veterinary Technician to join our team. We’re looking for someone who has great people skills and a commitment to providing the best possible care and service to pets and their people.
Our Offer
• Hourly rate - “Competitive wage depending on experience"
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Paid CE time/Educational opportunities
• Employee pet care discount
About You
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills & sense of humor
• Works well under pressure
• Customer service experience
• Computer literacy
• Client-focused
• A desire to help build long-term relationships with pet parents & the community
• Caring and professional
• Dedicated to the best in patient care
• Committed to client education
• Able to pass a drug and background check
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
Ready to Apply?
Please drop off resume in person at 3910 Wismann Lane, Quincy, Illinois 62305.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

05/09/2024

Often found on the floor with our furry patients, our team at Western Illinois Vet Clinic meet pets eye-to-eye to provide the best care possible each and every day. Do you have a story about how one of our team members made a difference in the life of your pet and family? You can nominate them for Trupanion's Veterinary Appreciation Day™ Awards by May 15: trupan.in/VAD

05/08/2024

We are looking for new technicians to join our team!! Please drop off a resume to our office if you’re interested!

02/07/2024

Join on February 13 (11am PT/2pm ET) for a live update on 'mystery' canine respiratory illness, reconvening world-renowned animal health and disease experts for a data-driven update.

Tune in as Dr. Steve Weinrauch, BVMS, MRCVS; Dr. Michael Lappin, PhD, DACVIM; Dr. Scott Weese, DACVIM; and Dr. Carrie Jurney, DACVIM (Neurology) track trends, assess severity, and share expert perspectives in this FREE webinar. Register at http://tinyurl.com/k9illness-6

01/12/2024

Due to declining weather conditions today we will be closing at 3:00pm. We will be open tomorrow at 7:30am. Thank you for your patience as we are trying to keep our staff and patrons safe during this winter storm.

01/09/2024

Our office will be closing today at 3pm due to the weather. We will reopen tomorrow at 7:30am. We want to keep our customers and staff safe. We apologize if this is an inconvenience.

12/10/2023

Last night was our annual Christmas party and we are sure lucky to have such an amazing team!

11/29/2023

In response to continued reports of an upswing in respiratory illness impacting dogs across various US states, we invite you to join Trupanion's free webinar, “Separating Fact, Fiction, and Uncertainty: Canine Respiratory Illness Q&A,” on Thursday, 11/30, at 4:30pm PT / 7:30pm ET.

Register and submit your questions for the expert panelists today at https://tinyurl.com/k9illness1

10/27/2023

Last night, we were proud to accept the award for being voted Quincy Herald Whig’s favorite veterinarian! We are proud to be repeat winners again this year! We cannot thank our customers and dedicated team enough!

10/17/2023

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10/16/2023

Behind every wagging tail and happy purr is a team of dedicated Veterinary Technicians whose compassion and expertise help ensure our patients receive the care they deserve.

As we celebrate Vet Tech Appreciation this October, we invite you to share kind words of gratitude with our team in recognition of all they do for the pets in our community!

10/16/2023

Happy Veterinary Technician Week!! We are blessed to have each and every one of them! They are the ❤️ of our clinic!

10/13/2023

Veterinary Technician: Amazing Team, The Best Clients, Learn On the Job!
Western Illinois Vet Clinic in Quincy is an established, family-owned hospital with a growing clientele. We’re a friendly, caring, and fun group that loves what we do, and it shows in how we approach our clients, patients, and each other. Our goal is to find a positive, motivated Veterinary Technician to join our team. We’re looking for someone who has great people skills and a commitment to providing the best possible care and service to pets and their people.
Our Offer
• Hourly rate - “Competitive wage depending on experience"
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Paid CE time/Educational opportunities
• Employee pet care discount
About You
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills & sense of humor
• Works well under pressure
• Customer service experience
• Computer literacy
• Client-focused
• A desire to help build long-term relationships with pet parents & the community
• Caring and professional
• Dedicated to the best in patient care
• Committed to client education
• Able to pass a drug and background check
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
Ready to Apply?
Please drop off resume in person at 3910 Wismann Lane, Quincy, Illinois 62305.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

09/25/2023

We are having phone issues this morning. If you can't reach us on the office phones, please text us at 217.559.9384.

07/04/2023

Wishing all our pet parents a happy and safe 4th of July! 🇺🇸 Keep tails wagging and purrs going strong, by ensuring your pet is kept secure and calm during fireworks and festivities!

07/04/2023

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Western Illinois Vet Clinic! ✨

07/01/2023

Wishing all our pets and pet parents a happy and reflective Canada Day! 🇨🇦

06/30/2023

Saturday 7/1/2023 7:30-12p
Sunday 7/2/2023 Closed
Monday 7/3/2023 7:30-5p
Tuesday 7/4/2023 Closed – Happy Independence Day!
Wednesday 7/5/2023 Resume normal business hours
In case of an emergency, after hours or a holiday please contact Klingele Veterinary Clinic, (217)223-0187 or Animal Emergency Clinic, Springfield, Illinois, (217) 698-0870