Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Animal House of Chicago is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. This full-time position offers a diverse caseload including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets, providing opportunities to strengthen technical skills and provide exceptional patient care. The practice emphasizes a supportive, upbeat, and collaborative team culture with leadership that encourages individuality, teamwork, and open communication. They offer flexible scheduling to support work-life balance and access to Vetcor’s TechLife professional community.
Requirements
- Current Veterinary Technician credentials are preferred, or a minimum of three years of veterinary assistant experience.
- Experience assisting with surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia.
- Proficiency with venipuncture and diagnostic sample collection.
- Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Confidence handling patients safely and compassionately.
- The ability to stay organized and manage multiple priorities in a busy hospital.
- A passion for continued learning and professional growth.
- A positive attitude and commitment to collaboration and teamwork.
- Flexibility to assist with occasional kennel shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Exotic animal experience is a plus.
- Spanish-speaking skills are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures.
- Prepare patients and equipment for surgical and dental procedures.
- Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and surgical patients throughout procedures and recovery.
- Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples.
- Assist with laboratory testing, radiographs, treatments, and other diagnostic procedures.
- Provide compassionate nursing care and attentive patient monitoring.
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
- Educate clients about treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care.
- Maintain accurate patient records and document care thoroughly.
- Keep treatment, surgical, and examination areas clean, stocked, and organized.
- Assist with occasional kennel-care responsibilities as needed.
- Collaborate with doctors and teammates to maintain an efficient workflow and deliver outstanding patient care.
Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral Bonus Program
- Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Paid parental leave
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- TechLife Professional Development Program
- Uniform allowance
- Flexible scheduling
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
