Veterinary Technician - Surgery

NVA General Practice; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in South Loop, Chicago, is hiring a Veterinary Technician. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience and be skilled in surgical procedures. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team. Full-time employees enjoy benefits like paid time off, medical insurance, and a 401(k). Join a supportive environment dedicated to providing high-quality animal care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience required.
• Surgical and anesthesia experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily technician duties such as venipuncture and animal restraint.
• Assist with surgical procedures including anesthesia monitoring.
• Communicate with clients and educate them about pet care.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Client communication

Anesthetic monitoring

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AviMark

Job description

Location: South Loop, Chicago, IL

Schedule: Monday–Friday with weekend availability required

Pay: $22.00–$24.00 per hour

Job Type: Full‑Time, On‑Site

About Our Hospital

We are a 5‑doctor, AAHA‑accredited, full‑service veterinary hospital located in the South Loop. Our modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility includes:

• Fully equipped surgical suite
• In‑house diagnostic laboratory
• Digital radiography and ultrasonography
• Commitment to high‑quality medicine and patient care

Learn more about us at: https://www.burnhamparkvet.com/

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Veterinary Technician with a minimum of 2 years of clinical and surgical experience to join our supportive and collaborative team. The ideal candidate is team‑oriented, detail‑driven, and passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily technician duties, including:
  • Venipuncture
  • Animal restraint
  • Capturing radiographs
  • In‑house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record keeping
  • Client communication and education
• Assist with surgical procedures, including:
  • Anesthetic induction and intubation
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Dental prophylaxis (preferred)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience (required)
• Surgical and anesthesia experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with AviMark is a plus
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Growth & Development

We support continued learning and offer additional training opportunities for technicians who demonstrate foundational skills and a desire to grow professionally.

Benefits

Full‑time employees are eligible for:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee pet discounts
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance