Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Technician at VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts About Our Hospital VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago is a feline-exclusive, AAHA-accredited practice dedicated to providing exceptional care tailored specifically to cats. As a Cat Friendly Practice® Gold hospital, we are committed to creating a low-stress, cat-centered experience for every patient and client. Our experienced team offers comprehensive services including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client education in a calm, supportive environment. We are proud to foster a collaborative culture where teamwork, learning, and high-quality patient care are at the center of everything we do. About VCA At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. The Opportunity As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an essential role in patient care and client experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys hands-on nursing care, teamwork, and continuing to grow their skills in a supportive environment.

Requirements

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE
• Knowledge of low-stress feline handling techniques or willingness to learn
• Fear Free / cat-friendly approaches
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care and educating cat owners
• Lifelong learners who thrive in a collaborative, feline-focused environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiographs
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian
• Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and procedures
• Obtain patient histories and monitor hospitalized patients
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and at-home care
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Support teammates in delivering exceptional patient and client care

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra Health
• Financial wellness tools including Vault
• Continuing Education allowance and PTO
• WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree