Veterinary Technician

Sploot Veterinary CareChicago, IllinoisOn-sitePart-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 2 weeks ago

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About this role

Urgent Care + General Practice | No Overnights | Flexible Shifts

Burned out by overbooked schedules and lack of support? At Sploot, you'll practice high-quality medicine alongside an exceptional team — with the tools, mentorship, and work-life balance to actually love what you do.

What Makes Sploot Different

- Flexible 10–12 hour shifts with varying days per week + No overnights

- Highly skilled nursing team + up to 3:1 Nurse to DVM ratio

- 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

- Strong pre-visit triage so you walk into every appointment prepared

What Makes You a Great Fit

- RVT, CVT, or LVT — Current Veterinary Technician License in the state of Illinois

- 1+ year of vet tech experience; emergency or urgent care is a plus but not required

- Team-first mindset — collaborative, communicative, and willing to jump in where needed

- Organized and proactive in a fast-paced environment, with a sharp eye for detail

- Compassionate with pets, patient with clients, and motivated to keep growing

- Bonus Points: experience or interest in dentistry or anesthesia

What You'll Do

- Clinical Partnership: Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics

- Technical & Lab Skills: Perform blood draws, lab work, IV catheter placement, radiographs, medication and vaccine administration, and wound care assistance

- Client Education & Support: Guide and reassure pet parents by clearly communicating care plans and at-home instructions

- Clinic Operations: Maintain accurate digital records (with AI scribe support), restock supplies, and keep equipment clean and sterilized

- Culture & Mentorship: Contribute to a positive, solutions-focused team environment and support the growth of veterinary assistants

The Perks of the Pack

- $26–$32/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays

- Full reimbursement for Illinois technician licensure + up to 10 hours of CE annually

- 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.

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