Certified 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
- Assist with 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 and monitor hospitalized patients
- Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and at-home care
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
- Support teammates in delivering exceptional patient and client care
What We’re Looking For
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT)
- 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. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible new hires. Terms and conditions apply.
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 to participate in Clinical Studies programs
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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 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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.Similar Jobs at VCA Animal Hospitals
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