Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) $3K Sign-On Bonus! - License Required

Build Your Career at Animal Medical Center of Chicago—Where You'll Love Where You Work This is a place where your skills are fully utilized, your voice matters, and you'll leave work on time to enjoy your life. Who We Are Animal Medical Center of Chicago is a proudly woman-owned, Fear-Free Certified, and Cat-Friendly hospital serving Chicago's Lakeview community for over 36 years. We practice medicine in a beautifully renovated Victorian home—yes, really!—featuring state-of-the-art equipment and a warm, welcoming environment that clients, patients, and team members truly appreciate. Our team includes seven dedicated veterinarians and ten highly skilled Certified Veterinary Technicians who genuinely enjoy working together. We support one another, learn from each other, and have created the kind of culture where coworkers become close friends—and work feels good again. We are proud to practice high-quality, Fear-Free medicine with clients who trust our recommendations and value exceptional care. Who You Are You're a Certified Veterinary Technician who: Brings positive energy and professionalism Thrives in a collaborative, supportive team Takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care Communicates with empathy and confidence Wants to grow, learn, and actually enjoy coming to work Experienced technicians are strongly encouraged to apply. Your skills will be fully utilized, respected, and appreciated every day. New grad? You're welcome here. We offer structured mentoring and hands-on training so you can build confidence and succeed from day one—with a team that truly has your back. Our CVTs are empowered to fully utilize their training—including anesthesia, dentistry, patient care, and client education. No micromanaging, no underutilizing your skills. What You'll Love Here Competitive pay ($28-$32/hr) + $3,000 sign-on bonus Excellent work-life balance — no Sundays, no overnights, no after-hours calls Flexible, predictable schedule so you can enjoy your life outside of work 401(k) with 3% match + profit sharing & cash balance plan Health, dental, vision, life insurance + HSA/FSA options Continuing education support + license reimbursement + uniform allowance Opportunities to grow into leadership, mentorship, and advanced skill areas Supportive, accessible leadership that values your input and respects your time Employee assistance program, discounts, and referral bonuses A clean, beautiful hospital (with a full-time janitor) A positive, supportive culture where your coworkers become your best friends We work hard, support each other, and genuinely enjoy coming to work—this is the kind of team people stay for. What You Won't Find No boarding or grooming No overnights or Sunday hours No wasted skills — you'll actually get to do what you were trained for Ready to Join Us? Email your resume to manager@amcchi.com along with a brief note about why you'd be a great fit and how you connect with our mission of helping pets and their people live their best lives. If you're looking for a place where you're valued, supported, and truly happy at work—we'd love to meet you. We can't wait to welcome you to a team where you'll feel supported, appreciated, and excited to come to work every day

Job Type:

Full-time Perks & Benefits Include:

401(k), CE credits, dental/health/vision insurance, HSA, license reimbursement, PTO, parental leave, professional development, uniform allowance, and more

Application Question:

Why are you a vet tech?

License/Certification:

Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person at Animal Medical Center of Chicago, 1618 West Diversey, Chicago, Illinois — ideally located between Lincoln Park and Lakeview, just 16 blocks from

Lake Michigan Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Why are you a vet tech?

License/Certification:

Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person