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Veterinary Assistant I - Surgery at Tree House Humane Society

Compensation

$18 – $19/hr

Location
Chicago, Illinois
Type
Full-time
Level
entry
Posted

Description

The Veterinary Assistant - Surgical (I) supports veterinarians and other assistants with surgical patient care, including intake and discharge, preoperative preparation, restraint, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, postoperative rechecks, and wellness exams. The role also handles surgical instrument cleaning, supply replenishment, kennel and equipment sanitation, and cross-training in the resident clinic. It is a non-exempt, full-time, hourly position requiring a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least one year of veterinary medical or animal husbandry experience preferred, and requires alternating Tuesday-to-Saturday availability.

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