Veterinary Technician - Surgery

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

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

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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.

• 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)

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

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

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.