Experienced Veterinary Technician / Assistant

Who We Are Animal House Veterinary Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant! Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Flexible weekly scheduling with rotating Saturdays Location: St. Charles location Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation based on your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching, Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave for eligible employees; and valuable employee pet-care discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, consistent scheduling, and a supportive team culture that values work-life balance Looking for a veterinary hospital where outstanding patient care and taking care of each other go hand in hand? Animal House Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team at our St. Charles location. We’re passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and exceptional client service, and we know the best way to care for our patients is to also care for the people working beside us. We’ve built a supportive, fun environment where teamwork matters, people genuinely appreciate one another, and everyone has opportunities to learn and grow. If you’re looking for a hospital where you can use your veterinary skills, continue developing professionally, and be part of a team that wants to see you succeed, Animal House Veterinary Hospital may be the place for you. Why Our Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Love It Here Join a compassionate team committed to high-quality veterinary medicineWork in a culture built around teamwork, appreciation, and mutual respectEnjoy consistent scheduling that supports a healthy work-life balanceUse your veterinary knowledge and hands-on skills every dayWork alongside professionals who are willing to ask for help and equally willing to give itContinue learning through hands-on experience and professional developmentShare your own knowledge, skills, and experiences with your teammatesBuild meaningful relationships with clients and their petsGrow professionally while helping others grow alongside youWork in an environment where positivity and empathy are part of the cultureTake ownership of your responsibilities and make a meaningful contribution to patient careBe part of a team where genuinely appreciating one another is more than a motivational poster on the wall What Our Veterinary Technicians And Assistants Do Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and medical proceduresSafely and compassionately handle and restrain patientsObtain patient histories and vital signsPrepare patients and exam rooms for appointmentsAssist with diagnostic testing and laboratory proceduresCollect blood and other diagnostic samples as appropriate to your experience and trainingAssist with venipuncture and IV catheter placement as appropriate to your skills and roleAdminister medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarianPrepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgical proceduresAssist with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery as appropriate to your experience and trainingProvide attentive nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patientsMaintain accurate and complete patient medical recordsCommunicate clearly and compassionately with clientsEducate clients about medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and follow-up recommendationsKeep exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital workspaces clean, organized, and well stockedCollaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and other hospital team membersTake ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through on tasksSupport teammates and help maintain an efficient hospital workflowContribute to a positive experience for every patient and client What You’ll Bring Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience is preferredHands-on experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinical environmentStrong animal handling and restraint skillsA passion for pets and high-quality veterinary careExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCompassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourselfStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to multitask and remain productive in a busy veterinary environmentA positive, dependable, and supportive approach to teamworkConfidence taking ownership of tasks and responsibilitiesWillingness to ask for help when needed and offer help to othersA desire to continue learning and developing professionallyWillingness to share your knowledge and experience with teammatesCommitment to supporting the professional growth of othersAbility to collaborate effectively and treat teammates with mutual respectAvailability to work weekday shifts and participate in the required rotating Saturday schedule The Extras You’ll Actually Feel At Animal House Veterinary Hospital, we believe remarkable results come from people working together. That means helping each other through busy days, sharing knowledge, asking questions, celebrating successes, and treating one another with the same compassion we show our patients and clients. Consistent scheduling designed to support work-life balanceHands-on opportunities to use and expand your veterinary skillsProfessional development and continuing education supportOpportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionalsA team that encourages you to share your own knowledge and experienceQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramFree or discounted lab work for employee petsDiscounts on veterinary services, products, and pet foodA collaborative environment where teammates support one anotherA workplace where your contribution to patient care is recognized and valued Most importantly, we want Animal House Veterinary Hospital to be a place where you can provide excellent medicine without losing sight of yourself. Consistent scheduling, a focus on work-life balance, professional growth, and a supportive team help create an environment where you can build a rewarding veterinary career for the long term. Financial Benefits Benefits You Can’t Beat A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)All U.S.-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree or discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount program Join Our Team! Don’t miss the opportunity to join an amazing group of veterinary professionals. At Animal House Veterinary Hospital, you’ll have the chance to provide outstanding patient care, continue developing your skills, share what you know, and work alongside people who genuinely support one another. If you’re an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital where your skills, growth, and contribution matter, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and discover your next opportunity at Animal House Veterinary Hospital! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal House Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their full potential.