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Veterinary Assistant

Sploot Veterinary Care·Chicago, Illinois

$22 - $32/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 4 days ago
Practice for this role

Veterinary Assistant · $22 - $32/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -37% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Chicago, Illinois ($35.00/hr, n=1827)
$8.45/hr · p10p90 · $375/hr
this role: $22.00/hrmedian $35.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,827 posted healthcare roles in Chicago, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 37% below the Chicago, Illinois median for similar positions.

Provide procedural support to doctors and technicians, including patient restraint and treatment assistance. Maintain a clean, organized clinic environment while ensuring a calm and reassuring experience for pet owners.

Urgent Care + General Practice | No Overnights | Flexible Shifts Burned out by overbooked schedules and lack of support? At Sploot, you'll be part of a team that genuinely has your back — with the mentorship, tools, and culture to help you grow your career in veterinary medicine. What Makes Sploot Different Flexible 10–12 hour shifts with varying days per week + No overnights Mentorship at every stage — work alongside doctors and technicians who are invested in your growth Tech-forward tools including laparoscopic surgery suite and AI scribe software Balanced mix of urgent care and wellness cases — no two days are the same What Makes You a Great Fit 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience; emergency or urgent care is a plus but not required Team-first mindset — collaborative, communicative, and ready to jump in where needed Passionate about delivering best-in-class care to pets and their people Organized, detail-oriented, and focused on keeping the clinic running smoothly Bonus Points: experience or interest in dentistry or anesthesia What You'll Do Client Support: Create a calm, reassuring experience so pet parents feel confident in their pets' care Procedural Support: Assist doctors and technicians with treatments and procedures, including safe and gentle patient restraint Clinic Upkeep: Maintain a clean, organized clinic environment for pets, clients, and the whole team Culture & Teamwork: Live Sploot's core values and contribute to a positive, collaborative clinic culture every day The Perks of the Pack $22–$32/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays Employee Pet Benefits — free, at-cost, or deep discounts for up to 5 of your own pets Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available 401(k) with company match Generous PTO, and up to 12 weeks paid parental leave Free Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events Sploot is an equal opportunity employer and practices continuous hiring in accordance with Illinois state law. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. #LI-Onsite

Requirements

Requires at least 2 years of veterinary assistant experience with a team-first mindset. Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering high-quality veterinary care.

  • Communication
  • Detail-oriented
  • Anesthesia
  • Dentistry
  • Client support
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency care
  • Veterinary assistance
  • Urgent care
  • Patient restraint
  • Clinic maintenance
  • Laparoscopic surgery support

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • HSA
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Team events
  • Free scrubs
  • Employee pet benefits

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$22 - $32/hr
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Posted
Sep 3, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Sploot Veterinary Care

At Sploot, we’re transforming veterinary care by putting our people first—because happy, thriving teams create the best outcomes for pets and their humans. We’re all about building a culture that stands out. Collaboration, positivity, and good vibes power everything we do. By...

IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Illinois veterinary assistants are in steady demand

In Illinois, veterinary assistant roles are commonly driven by ongoing demand in clinics that need dependable support for patient handling, client flow, and evening or swing coverage. These positions are competitive because employers often look for at least 1 year of experience, strong restraint skills, compassion, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your shift availability and highlight hands-on animal handling experience in your application.

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