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Veterinary Assistant and Technician
Humane Indiana —Munster, IN
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Experienced Overnight Kennel Assistant
Rover's Place —Northbrook, IL
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Kennel Assistant
Elmhurst Animal Care Center —Elmhurst, IL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
Veterinary Assistant
Suveto —Chicago, IL
- $18.75 an hour
- OSHA
- Patient monitoring
- In-person
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
Veterinary Assistant
Hometown Veterinary Partners —Orland Park, IL
- $16 - $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Vital signs
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
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Veterinary Assistant – Privately Owned, AAHA Accredited Hospital
LePar Animal Hospital —Evergreen Park, IL
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Operating room
- Entry level
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant and Technician

Humane Indiana -
Munster, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
$15 - $16 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Pet care
Direct patient care
Veterinary experience
Veterinary clinic experience
High school diploma or GED
Animal handling
Animal care
Veterinary Medicine
Data collection
Medical terminology
Veterinary assistant experience
Animal restraint

Full Job Description

Humane Indiana is currently hiring for two Veterinary Technician/Assistant positions:

1 Shelter Medicine Technician/Assistant
1 Clinic Veterinary Technician/Assistant

These positions support both the Humane Indiana Shelter and the Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic, a high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter and community veterinary clinic. We are seeking compassionate, hardworking, and team-oriented individuals dedicated to animal welfare and quality veterinary care.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively with staff and clients, and is passionate about improving the lives of animals.

Position Summary

The Veterinary Technician/Assistant is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, comfort, and wellbeing of shelter and clinic animals before, during, and after medical treatment or surgical procedures. This role works closely with veterinarians, medical staff, volunteers, adoption staff, and clients to provide excellent patient care and maintain efficient daily operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Duties may include but are not limited to:

General Veterinary & Shelter Care

Assist veterinarians with physical examinations, treatments, and daily medical needs
Perform intake and discharge examinations for shelter and clinic animals
Administer vaccinations, deworming, microchipping, medications, and preventative care
Prepare, calculate, and properly administer medications via oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, and other routes
Monitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia or surgery and alert veterinarians to concerns
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
Pull laboratory samples and perform in-house testing as needed
Collaborate with kennel staff, foster coordinator, adoption counselors, and medical teams to ensure continuity of care

Surgical & Clinic Responsibilities

Prepare patients for surgery, including spay/neuter, dentals, and other procedures
Prep surgical patients and maintain sterile surgical environments
Clean, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and packs
Clean and disinfect cages, runs, treatment areas, medical equipment, and clinic spaces
Assist with vaccine clinics and community medicine appointments

Team & Operational Support

Maintain disease prevention, cleaning, and safety protocols
Ensure treatment tasks and daily responsibilities are completed on time
Work respectfully and professionally with staff, volunteers, clients, and community service workers
Support adoption events, shelter events, and community outreach programs
Assist with additional duties as assigned

Qualifications Required

High School Diploma or GED
Professional experience in veterinary medicine as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician
Understanding of veterinary medical terminology and procedures
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate under pressure

Preferred

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification in Indiana
Associate Degree or coursework in Veterinary Technology, Animal Health, Biology, or related field
Minimum 1–2 years of veterinary or shelter medicine experience
Experience in high-volume spay/neuter or shelter medicine preferred
Animal handling experience

Physical & Emotional Requirements

Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and/or sit for extended periods
Comfortable working in loud, fast-paced environments
Ability to emotionally handle injured, ill, or euthanasia cases professionally and compassionately
Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities

Work Environment

Employees are regularly exposed to animal fur, dander, cleaning products, and medical environments. The work can be physically and emotionally demanding but highly rewarding for individuals committed to animal welfare and veterinary care.

Schedule & Compensation

Full-time hourly positions
Weekend and holiday availability may be required
Compensation based on experience and qualifications

To Apply

Please send your resume to:
[email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Veterinary medicine: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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veterinary assistant entry level jobs in chicago il

Veterinary Assistant and Technician

Experienced Overnight Kennel Assistant

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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant – Privately Owned, AAHA Accredited Hospital

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