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Veterinary Housekeeper

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VCA Animal Hospitals

Aurora, IL (In Person)

$33,280 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 02/02/2026 (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

Veterinary Housekeeper Aurora, IL Job Details Full-time $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications Janitorial experience Biomedical waste Floor cleaning Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Disinfection procedures Laundry Animal care Safe environment creation Cleaning Stocking Hazardous waste disposal Entry level Full Job Description Housekeeping - VCA Aurora Animal Hospital VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Associate to join our team! Our hospital provides top-tier veterinary care, and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment is essential for our patients, clients, and staff.
Location:
2600 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60506
Schedule:
Full-Time, schedule may vary between 7 am - 10 pm, including some weekends.
Compensation:
$16/hour
Responsibilities:
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of hospital facilities, including exam rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and public spaces Perform general cleaning tasks such as mopping, sweeping, dusting, and disinfecting surfaces Handle laundry duties, including washing, drying, and folding hospital linens Assist with waste disposal and biohazard management following safety protocols Restock cleaning supplies and report inventory needs Follow all hospital infection control and safety guidelines
What We're Looking For:
Comfortable around animals. This role requires working in an environment with animals of various sizes and temperaments. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Comfortable in a fast-paced veterinary environment Previous housekeeping or janitorial experience is a plus but not required Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, and moving equipment Some of the benefits we offer: Growth & leadership opportunities Career development programs Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous hospital discounts and product discounts Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation and sick time Paid parental leave 401(k) Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace and Lyra Health) Pet care discount (40-100%) Plus more! If you're passionate about keeping spaces clean and supporting veterinary care, apply today. If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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