Veterinary Technician

Sploot Veterinary Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CE reimbursement

Pet benefits

Health insurance

401(k) plan

PTO 80 hours

Parental leave

Scrubs provided

Team events

Job summary

Sploot Veterinary Care is seeking a veterinary technician for urgent care and general practice in Illinois. Enjoy flexible 10–12 hour shifts with no overnights, in a tech-forward clinic that supports growth and mentorship.

Ideal candidates hold an Illinois Veterinary Technician License (RVT/CVT/LVT) and have 1+ year of tech experience; emergency care is a bonus. We offer career development, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits to our team.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented and proactive in fast-paced practice.
• Excellent communication with clients and colleagues.
• Compassionate care for pets and their families.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with surgery prep and anesthesia monitoring.
• Perform routine lab work, blood draws, radiographs, and nurse duties.
• Educate clients on care plans and at-home instructions.
• Maintain accurate digital records and keep equipment clean and sterile.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication with clients

Compassion for pets

Education

Illinois Veterinary Technician License (RVT/CVT/LVT)

Job description

Urgent Care + General Practice | No Overnights | Flexible Shifts

Burned out by overbooked schedules and lack of support? At Sploot, you'll practice high-quality medicine alongside an exceptional team — with the tools, mentorship, and work-life balance to actually love what you do.

What Makes Sploot Different

• Flexible 10–12 hour shifts with varying days per week, no overnights, and schedules provided a minimum of 6 weeks in advance
• Highly skilled nursing team + up to 3:1 Nurse to DVM ratio
• Comprehensive and personalized training programs
• Tech-forward tools including laparoscopic surgery suite and AI scribe software
• Balanced mix of urgent care and wellness cases — no two days are the same
• Strong pre-visit triage so you walk into every appointment prepared

What Makes You a Great Fit

• RVT, CVT, or LVT — Current Veterinary Technician License in the state of Illinois
• 1+ year of vet tech experience; emergency or urgent care is a plus but not required
• Team-first mindset — collaborative, communicative, and willing to jump in where needed
• Organized and proactive in a fast-paced environment, with a sharp eye for detail
• Compassionate with pets, patient with clients, and motivated to keep growing
• Bonus Points: experience or interest in dentistry or anesthesia

What You'll Do

• Clinical Partnership: Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics
• Technical & Lab Skills: Perform blood draws, lab work, IV catheter placement, radiographs, medication and vaccine administration, and wound care assistance
• Client Education & Support: Guide and reassure pet parents by clearly communicating care plans and at-home instructions
• Clinic Operations: Maintain accurate digital records (with AI scribe support), restock supplies, and keep equipment clean and sterilized
• Culture & Mentorship: Contribute to a positive, solutions-focused team environment and support the growth of veterinary assistants

The Perks of the Pack

• $26–$32/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays
• Semi-annual reviews for promotions and pay raises, including the ability to move into various leadership roles as available
• Full reimbursement for Illinois technician licensure + up to $400 of CE reimbursement annually
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial counseling for you and your household
• Employee Pet Benefits — free, at-cost, or deep discounts on diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries for up to 5 of your own pets
• Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• PTO accrual from day 1 up to 80 hours, and increasing with tenure
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave, and bereavement leave for both human and pet losses
• Free Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events

Sploot is an equal opportunity employer and practices continuous hiring in accordance with Illinois state law. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.