Veterinary Technician
$20 - $30 per hourVCA Animal Hospitals
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.
What You’ll Do
Assistwith 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 andmonitorhospitalized patients
Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and at-home care
Maintainaccurateand thorough medical records
Support teammates in delivering exceptional patient and client care
What We’re Looking For
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
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Work in a low-stress, cat-friendly environment designed for patients and team members alike
Ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of cats and the people who love them
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Compensation
$20.00 – $30.00/hour
Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.
Health & Well-being
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
Professional Development
Continuing Education allowance and PTO
WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
Opportunities toparticipatein Clinical Studies programs
Discover Additional Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)
Your Next Career Step Starts Here
Whether you’re ready to grow your skills, advance your career, or join a hospital that values mentorship and teamwork, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. We’d love to meet you—apply today.
Address: 2851 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
$20 - $30 per hour
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