Experienced Veterinary Technician / Assistant

careers-vettech; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonus program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Employee pet-care discounts

Job summary

Animal House Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team at our St. Charles location. We value high-quality care, client service, and a supportive environment where teammates grow together.

The role offers full-time hours (40 per week) with weekday shifts and rotating Saturdays. Compensation is negotiable based on experience, with comprehensive benefits to support wellness, retirement, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong animal handling and restraint abilities.
• Passion for pets and high-quality veterinary care.
• Ability to multitask in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain patients with care and compassion.
• Obtain patient histories and vital signs.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments.
• Assist with diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures.
• Collect blood and other samples as appropriate to training.
• Assist with venipuncture and IV catheter placement as appropriate.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and recovery as needed.
• Provide nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients.
• Maintain accurate patient medical records.
• Communicate clearly with clients and educate them on care plans.
• Keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Job description

Who we are:

Animal House Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details Role: Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Weekday shifts with rotating Saturdays required Location: St. Charles location

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation based on your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching, Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave for eligible employees; and valuable employee pet-care discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, consistent scheduling, and a supportive team culture that values work-life balance

Looking for a veterinary hospital where outstanding patient care and taking care of each other go hand in hand?

Animal House Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team at our St. Charles location. We’re passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and exceptional client service, and we know the best way to care for our patients is to also care for the people working beside us.

We’ve built a supportive, fun environment where teamwork matters, people genuinely appreciate one another, and everyone has opportunities to learn and grow. If you’re looking for a hospital where you can use your veterinary skills, continue developing professionally, and be part of a team that wants to see you succeed, Animal House Veterinary Hospital may be the place for you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Join a compassionate team committed to high-quality veterinary medicine
• Work in a culture built around teamwork, appreciation, and mutual respect
• Enjoy consistent scheduling that supports a healthy work-life balance
• Use your veterinary knowledge and hands-on skills every day
• Work alongside professionals who are willing to ask for help and equally willing to give it
• Continue learning through hands-on experience and professional development
• Share your own knowledge, skills, and experiences with your teammates
• Build meaningful relationships with clients and their pets
• Grow professionally while helping others grow alongside you
• Work in an environment where positivity and empathy are part of the culture
• Take ownership of your responsibilities and make a meaningful contribution to patient care
• Be part of a team where genuinely appreciating one another is more than a motivational poster on the wall

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients
• Obtain patient histories and vital signs
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments
• Assist with diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures
• Collect blood and other diagnostic samples as appropriate to your experience and training
• Assist with venipuncture and IV catheter placement as appropriate to your skills and role
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Prepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery as appropriate to your experience and training
• Provide attentive nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients
• Maintain accurate and complete patient medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients
• Educate clients about medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and follow-up recommendations
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital workspaces clean, organized, and well stocked
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and other hospital team members
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through on tasks
• Support teammates and help maintain an efficient hospital workflow
• Contribute to a positive experience for every patient and client

What You’ll Bring

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience is preferred
• Hands-on experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinical environment
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• A passion for pets and high-quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourself
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and remain productive in a busy veterinary environment
• A positive, dependable, and supportive approach to teamwork
• Confidence taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities
• Willingness to ask for help when needed and offer help to others
• A desire to continue learning and developing professionally
• Willingness to share your knowledge and experience with teammates
• Commitment to supporting the professional growth of others
• Ability to collaborate effectively and treat teammates with mutual respect
• Availability to work weekday shifts and participate in the required rotating Saturday schedule

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Animal House Veterinary Hospital, we believe remarkable results come from people working together. That means helping each other through busy days, sharing knowledge, asking questions, celebrating successes, and treating one another with the same compassion we show our patients and clients.

• Consistent scheduling designed to support work-life balance
• Hands-on opportunities to use and expand your veterinary skills
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionals
• A team that encourages you to share your own knowledge and experience
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Discounts on veterinary services, products, and pet food
• A collaborative environment where teammates support one another
• A workplace where your contribution to patient care is recognized and valued

Most importantly, we want Animal House Veterinary Hospital to be a place where you can provide excellent medicine without losing sight of yourself. Consistent scheduling, a focus on work-life balance, professional growth, and a supportive team help create an environment where you can build a rewarding veterinary career for the long term.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect 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-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• All U.S.-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal House Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their full potential.