Veterinary Assistant I - Surgery

Tree House Humane Society
📍 Illinois, Chicago, United States 💼 Permanent 🕒 Posted June 24, 2026

Job Description

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JOB TITLE: Veterinary Assistant - Surgical (I)

DEPARTMENT: Veterinary Wellness Center

REPORTS TO: Manager, Veterinary Wellness Center

SUPERVISES: N/A

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Hourly

EFFECTIVE: 5/18/2026

SUMMARY: The Surgical Assistant assists the veterinarian and other assistants with patient care services in relation to surgery intake, discharge appointments, post-operative rechecks and wellness exams. This position assists in the preparation of patients for surgery, assists in patient restraint for exams, recovers patients after surgery, and assists in patient discharges. Services of the VWC include high quality, high volume spay/neuter (80%) in addition to basic wellness/preventative care (20%).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Job Details

  • Location Illinois, Chicago
  • Job Type Permanent
  • Category Healthcare & Medical
  • Posted Date June 24, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 03, 2026