VCA West Suburban Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional & compassionate team! 

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, (33 - 36 hours) with rotating Saturdays.  

Compensation: Pay range:  $20 - $27 /hour, and is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:  

Collaborative & Caring Team: Join a dedicated group of professionals who value mentorship, teamwork, and compassionate care. Our culture is rooted in support, inclusion, and doing what’s best for our patients and each other.

High-Quality Medicine: Our hospital is fully equipped to support comprehensive patient care.

Exotic Pet Experience: In addition to dogs and cats, we provide care for a variety of exotic pets—offering a unique opportunity to broaden your skills and experience.

Client-Centered Philosophy: With over 60 years of service in the community, we’ve built a strong reputation for excellence and personalized veterinary care. We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients through education, empathy, and a commitment to our patients.

Benefits of Joining VCA West Suburban Veterinary Hospital:

Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. 

Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits. 

Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. 

Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability. 

Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations. 

Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing. 

Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses. 

Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next. 

Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses. 

Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions. 

Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s. 

Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs. 

Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution. 

Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary. 

Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs. 

Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. 

 

Ready to join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and makes every day rewarding?  

 

Apply today and see what makes VCA West Suburban Veterinary Hospital so special. 

 

Location:

518 N. Warwick Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559

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 - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.