Animal House of Chicago is Hiring Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)
Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience and licensure
Schedule: Full-time schedule with occasional kennel shifts required
Experience: Veterinary technician credentials preferred or a minimum of three years of veterinary assistant experience. Fluency and/or experience with exotics is preferred.
Benefits Highlights
- Financial Rewards that Grow with You: 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), and Referral Bonus Program.
- Wellness & Peace of Mind: 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, and a pet food discount program.
- Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, TechLife Professional Development Program, and a uniform allowance.
- Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Flexible scheduling, six paid holidays (full-time only), an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program.
Looking for a veterinary team that celebrates your unique awesomeness, values your technical skills, and encourages you to keep learning?
Animal House of Chicago is searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our incredible team. If you’re looking for a fresh work environment where you can fully utilize your abilities, expand your knowledge, and work alongside energetic teammates who encourage you to bring your authentic self to work every day, we’d love to meet you.
Why You’ll Love It Here
As our hospital continues to grow with the addition of a new veterinarian, we’re excited to welcome another talented team member to our four-doctor practice. Our diverse caseload includes dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets, creating exciting opportunities to strengthen your technical skills while providing exceptional patient care.
- A supportive, upbeat, and collaborative team culture.
- A diverse caseload featuring companion animals, birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets.
- Mentorship and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.
- Leadership that encourages individuality, teamwork, and open communication.
- Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance.
- Access to Vetcor’s TechLife professional community with veterinary technicians company-wide.
- A workplace where your skills, ideas, and contributions are valued.
What You’ll Do
- 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.
What You’ll Bring
- 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.
- Exotic animal experience is a plus.
- Spanish-speaking skills are a plus.
- Flexibility to assist with occasional kennel shifts.
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
You’ll receive mentorship and support from an experienced veterinary team that wants to help you succeed. Whether you’re refining your surgical and anesthesia skills, learning more about exotic medicine, or expanding your diagnostic abilities, you’ll have opportunities to strengthen the skills you already have and develop new ones.
You’ll also become part of a collaborative hospital culture built on compassion, respect, teamwork, and individuality. Every day brings the opportunity to work with a wide variety of species while making a meaningful difference for pets and the families who love them.
Benefits You Can’t Beat
Financial 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
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Professional Growth & Recognition
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- TechLife Professional Development Program
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
If you’re ready to work alongside an exceptional team, continue growing your technical skills, and make a meaningful difference for pets and the families who love them, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and discover why Animal House of Chicago is a great place to build your veterinary career!
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal House of Chicago and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing unique perspectives and experiences that strengthen our team. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees feel comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
