Veterinary Technician Jobs in Chicago, IL
Veterinary Technician jobs in Chicago are concentrated in Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, the Loop, and the North Shore suburbs, with strong demand from small animal clinics, emergency and specialty hospitals, and research-affiliated facilities. Employers actively hiring right now include MedVet, NVA, and Petco. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Bond Vet is on a mission to strengthen the human-animal bond through better pet care. We offer primary and urgent care, so we're there for pets when they need us most. Our clinics are designed with pets and people in mind: warm, friendly, and highly sniffable. We balance this design with a strong focus on technology, all built in-house, which means we can easily innovate our systems to improve the veterinary team, pet, and client experience.
Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)
$24 - $34 per hour | Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus | Flexible Schedules
Why Join Bond Vet?
At Bond Vet, we believe veterinary technicians are the backbone of great medicine. Our clinics are designed so you can practice at the top of your license, focus on patient care, and work alongside a supportive team.
You won't be doing it alone. Our technicians are supported by veterinary assistants, a remote nurse team, and strong medical leadership — so you can spend your time where it matters most: with patients and pet parents.
What You'll Get
- Competitive Pay: $24 - $34 /hour (based on experience)
- Additional Compensation:
- Up to $8/hour Shift Differential!
- Team-Based Profit Sharing Bonus
- When your clinic exceeds its daily revenue goal, the extra earnings go into a shared bonus pool that is distributed among the team. Team members have earned up to an additional $250/month or more!
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000 for licensed technicians
Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- $0 healthcare for qualified individuals
- Mental health support programs
- 401(k) with partial employer match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Pet Bereavement Leave
Professional Growth
- Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement for team members pursuing LVT/CVT
- Up to $1,000 CE Stipend + Additional CE Time Off
Work-Life Balance
- Schedules released at least one month in advance
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- In-Clinic Pet Care Discount
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus (up to $8,000)
Other Perks
At Bond Vet, we believe the little things matter. We've designed our clinics and team experience to make everyday work life more comfortable, supportive, and fun.
- A Fur-ever Home Feeling: A welcoming, supportive culture where people—and their pets—truly belong.
- FIGS Scrubs Provided: Premium FIGS scrubs supplied by us and laundered in-clinic so you can focus on patients, not laundry.
- Stocked Pantries: Snacks, drinks, and essentials always available to keep you fueled during shifts.
- Weekend Team Lunch: Free lunch provided for clinic teams on weekends.
- Stocked Bathrooms: Thoughtful essentials like pads, tampons, deodorant, hair ties, and other toiletries available when you need them.
- Bond Swag Credit: Credit to the Bond swag shop so you can rep the brand you're proud to be part of.
- Pet & Chosen Family Bereavement Leave: Time to grieve and care for what matters most.
- Leadership That Sets Us Apart: Our leaders are hands-on, supportive, and invested in your growth.
What You'll Do
- Patient handling and husbandry
- Client education and partnership
- Surgical and dental nursing, including anesthesia management
- Diagnostic management and medication administration
- Emergency triage and response
- Detailed medical record keeping
- Run appointments alongside assistants
You'll collaborate with veterinarians and nurses across the region, participate in monthly educational events, and use innovative technology — including AI-assisted tools and the Apple Vision Pro — that reduce administrative burden and enhance patient care.
What We're Looking For
- 1+ year experience as a veterinary technician
- Newly licensed technicians encouraged to apply
- CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT preferred
Bond Vet is only considering applicants who have independent unrestricted valid authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer and accept new employment for this position. Bond Vet does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and cannot facilitate F-1 visa STEM OPT for this role.
#LI-RH1
Bond Vet is on a mission to strengthen the human-animal bond through better pet care. We offer primary and urgent care, so we're there for pets when they need us most. Our clinics are designed with pets and people in mind: warm, friendly, and highly sniffable. We balance this design with a strong focus on technology, all built in-house, which means we can easily innovate our systems to improve the veterinary team, pet, and client experience.
Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)
$24 - $34 per hour | Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus | Flexible Schedules
Why Join Bond Vet?
At Bond Vet, we believe veterinary technicians are the backbone of great medicine. Our clinics are designed so you can practice at the top of your license, focus on patient care, and work alongside a supportive team.
You won't be doing it alone. Our technicians are supported by veterinary assistants, a remote nurse team, and strong medical leadership — so you can spend your time where it matters most: with patients and pet parents.
What You'll Get
- Competitive Pay: $24 - $34 /hour (based on experience)
- Additional Compensation:
- Up to $8/hour Shift Differential!
- Team-Based Profit Sharing Bonus
- When your clinic exceeds its daily revenue goal, the extra earnings go into a shared bonus pool that is distributed among the team. Team members have earned up to an additional $250/month or more!
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000 for licensed technicians
Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- $0 healthcare for qualified individuals
- Mental health support programs
- 401(k) with partial employer match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Pet Bereavement Leave
Professional Growth
- Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement for team members pursuing LVT/CVT
- Up to $1,000 CE Stipend + Additional CE Time Off
Work-Life Balance
- Schedules released at least one month in advance
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- In-Clinic Pet Care Discount
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus (up to $8,000)
Other Perks
At Bond Vet, we believe the little things matter. We've designed our clinics and team experience to make everyday work life more comfortable, supportive, and fun.
- A Fur-ever Home Feeling: A welcoming, supportive culture where people—and their pets—truly belong.
- FIGS Scrubs Provided: Premium FIGS scrubs supplied by us and laundered in-clinic so you can focus on patients, not laundry.
- Stocked Pantries: Snacks, drinks, and essentials always available to keep you fueled during shifts.
- Weekend Team Lunch: Free lunch provided for clinic teams on weekends.
- Stocked Bathrooms: Thoughtful essentials like pads, tampons, deodorant, hair ties, and other toiletries available when you need them.
- Bond Swag Credit: Credit to the Bond swag shop so you can rep the brand you're proud to be part of.
- Pet & Chosen Family Bereavement Leave: Time to grieve and care for what matters most.
- Leadership That Sets Us Apart: Our leaders are hands-on, supportive, and invested in your growth.
What You'll Do
- Patient handling and husbandry
- Client education and partnership
- Surgical and dental nursing, including anesthesia management
- Diagnostic management and medication administration
- Emergency triage and response
- Detailed medical record keeping
- Run appointments alongside assistants
You'll collaborate with veterinarians and nurses across the region, participate in monthly educational events, and use innovative technology — including AI-assisted tools and the Apple Vision Pro — that reduce administrative burden and enhance patient care.
What We're Looking For
- 1+ year experience as a veterinary technician
- Newly licensed technicians encouraged to apply
- CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT preferred
Bond Vet is only considering applicants who have independent unrestricted valid authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer and accept new employment for this position. Bond Vet does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and cannot facilitate F-1 visa STEM OPT for this role.
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Who's Hiring
- MedVet12
- NVA8
- Petco8
- Bond Vet8
- PAWS Chicago8
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a veterinary technician job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's dense concentration of specialty and emergency animal hospitals, university-affiliated veterinary programs, and the growing network of corporate-owned multi-location clinics across Lincoln Park, Lakeview, and the North Shore. Candidates with experience in exotic species, emergency triage, or anesthesia monitoring stand out in this market. Connecting with Chicago Veterinary Medical Association events also puts you in front of local hiring managers early.
Which companies hire veterinary technicians in Chicago?
Chicago veterinary technician roles are posted by MedVet, NVA, and Petco and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The Chicago market includes a mix of independent neighborhood clinics, large emergency referral centers, and corporate veterinary groups with multiple city locations.
Are there remote veterinary technician jobs in Chicago?
Yes, but only in a small subset of the field, since most veterinary technician work is hands-on and requires physical presence with patients. About 0% of veterinary technician openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, largely in telehealth triage support and veterinary insurance review roles. Those positions tend to be posted by larger corporate groups and insurers with Chicago-area operations.
How can I get a veterinary technician job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is through a veterinary assistant or kennel technician role at one of the city's high-volume clinics or humane societies, such as those in Bucktown or near the lakefront. Chicago animal shelters and rescue organizations regularly hire entry-level staff and offer hands-on exposure that transitions well into credentialed technician roles. Completing a supervised externship at a Chicago emergency hospital also accelerates hiring.
Which industries hire the most veterinary technicians in Chicago?
The sectors hiring the most veterinary technicians in Chicago are Animal Care & Pet Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's density of specialty referral hospitals, research institutions, and growing corporate clinic chains drives consistent demand across those sectors throughout the year.
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