Veterinary Technician - Surgery

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee pet discounts

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital is looking for a motivated and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our team in South Loop, Chicago. This full-time role requires a minimum of 2 years of clinical and surgical experience, focusing on exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities include daily technician duties and assisting in surgical procedures. Full-time benefits include paid time off, employee discounts, and various insurance options. If you’re passionate and team-oriented, apply today!

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience required.
• Surgical and anesthesia experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily technician duties, including venipuncture and animal restraint.
• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and dental prophylaxis.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Communication skills

Team-oriented

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

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.