Veterinary Assistant I - Surgery

Tree House Humane Society • Illinois, Chicago, United States • Posted June 24, 2026

Location Illinois, Chicago

Job Type Permanent

Category Healthcare & Medical

Posted June 24, 2026

                Job Description Job Description 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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