Veterinary Surgery Technician Jobs in Illinois

Veterinary Surgery Technician jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Collinsville, and Alton and other Illinois metros, with employers like Heartland Veterinary Partners, NVA, and Ethos Veterinary Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles96+
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring45
Work type99% On-site
Top industryAnimal Care

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Vetcor
Veterinary Technician
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Vetcor
Added 5d ago
Veterinary Technician
Vetcor
Streamwood, Illinois
Clinical Support
Animal Care & Husbandry
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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NVA
Veterinary Technician
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Added 6d ago
Veterinary Technician
NVA
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
$21/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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VCA Animal Hospitals
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
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VCA Animal Hospitals
Added 1w ago
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
VCA Animal Hospitals
Kankakee, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Animal Care & Husbandry
$23 - $26/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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NVA
Veterinary Technician Manager
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NVA
Added 1w ago
Veterinary Technician Manager
NVA
Chicago, Illinois
Nursing
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Vetcor
Veterinary Technician
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Vetcor
Added 1w ago
Veterinary Technician
Vetcor
Rockford, Illinois
Clinical Support
Animal Care & Husbandry
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Veterinary Surgery Technician Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
28 jobs
Collinsville
4 jobs
Alton
3 jobs
Downers Grove
3 jobs
Monmouth
3 jobs
Northbrook
3 jobs
Northfield
3 jobs
Orland Park
3 jobs
Coal City
2 jobs

Veterinary Surgery Technician Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Heartland Veterinary Partners
    Heartland Veterinary Partners36
  • NVA
    NVA19
  • Ethos Veterinary Health
    Ethos Veterinary Health10
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
    VCA Animal Hospitals9
  • Vetcor
    Vetcor7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Animal Care & Pet Services64
  • Healthcare & Medical Services22
  • Consumer Goods18
  • Technology & Software3
  • Education1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in veterinary surgery technician jobs across Illinois.

  • Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) state license required
  • Demonstrated surgical assistance experience including scrubbing in and instrument handling
  • Proficiency in small animal anesthesia monitoring and perioperative care
  • Familiarity with surgical instrumentation, sterilization protocols, and pack preparation
  • Experience with orthopedic, soft tissue, or emergency surgical procedures
  • Strong aseptic technique and infection control compliance in the operating suite

Veterinary Surgery Technician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many veterinary surgery technician jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 96+ veterinary surgery technician openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Collinsville, and Alton. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do veterinary surgery technicians make in Illinois?

Veterinary surgery technicians in Illinois earn a median of about $46,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,580 for the lowest 10% to over $60,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most veterinary surgery technician jobs?

Chicago, Collinsville, and Alton have the most veterinary surgery technician openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire veterinary surgery technicians in Illinois?

Employers hiring veterinary surgery technicians in Illinois include Heartland Veterinary Partners, NVA, and Ethos Veterinary Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote veterinary surgery technician jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 1% of veterinary surgery technician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for veterinary surgery technician jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to veterinary surgery technician jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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