Vet and vet tech jobs in Chicago

150 open roles at 55 employers, updated Nov 9, 2026

Pay in Chicago-area job ads

Veterinarian$121,000 to $200,000 a yearMedian $150,000, from 73 adsVet tech$22 to $30 an hourMedian $25, from 123 adsVet assistant$19 to $26 an hourMedian $20, from 57 adsVet receptionist$17 to $21 an hourMedian $19, from 43 ads

Each role on its own scale: hourly and yearly pay are never converted.

Anesthesia Credentialed Veterinary Technician

MedVet, Chicago

$26 to $42 an hour

  • “Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary”
  • “Continuing e ducation o pportunities and a ssistance p rogram”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals, Chicago · Full time

$100,000 to $150,000 a year

  • “Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.”
  • “Mentorship Program : New graduates and current students are welcome! Enjoy a 6-month individualized mentorship program with a collaborative hospital…”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals, Chicago · Full time

$115,000 to $130,000 a year

  • “Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship”
  • “Benefit from our 6-month mentorship program with personalized support and a collaborative team environment.”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals, Chicago · Full time

$77,000 to $160,000 a year

  • “Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship”
  • “We’re open to part-time or full-time scheduling depending on the candidate’s needs.”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals, Chicago · Full time

$70,000 to $130,000 a year

  • “Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship”
  • “Newly graduated veterinarians (and current veterinary students) will receive personalized mentorship through our structured 6-month mentorship program…”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Critical Care Veterinary Technician - Part Time

MedVet, Chicago · Part time

$24 to $29 an hour

  • “Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary”
  • “Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Group Vice President - Heartland

VCA Animal Hospitals, Chicago · Full time

$204,000 to $318,750 a year

  • “By leading and mentoring a team of Regional Operations Directors, this executive builds the operational structure, talent pipeline, and accountability…”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician Assistant

MedVet, Chicago

$17.05 to $21 an hour

  • “Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary”
  • “Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Radiology Veterinary Technician Assistant

MedVet, Chicago

$17.05 to $21 an hour

  • “Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary”
  • “Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Surgery Veterinary Technician Assistant

MedVet, Chicago

$17.05 to $21 an hour

  • “Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary”
  • “Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Veterinary Assistant_ Chicago South Loop 5275

Banfield Pet Hospital - Chicago South Loop, Chicago · Full time

$13 to $21.60 an hour

  • “Whether you’re a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we’ll support your professional growth with:”
  • “Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance…”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Veterinary Sonographer - Chicago, IL (South Loop)

South Loop, Chicago

$30 to $50 an hour

  • “Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career.”
  • “Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Pay not stated

  • “Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career.”
  • “Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Emergency Veterinarian - Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Pay not stated

  • “With a culture rooted in mentorship and continuous learning—from on-the-floor guidance to VEG Education programs and unlimited ER-focused CE—you’ll…”
  • “Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Emergency Veterinarian - Chicago, IL (South Loop)

South Loop, Chicago

Pay not stated

  • “With a culture rooted in mentorship and continuous learning—from on-the-floor guidance to VEG Education programs and unlimited ER-focused CE—you’ll…”
  • “Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Lead Doctor - Chicago, IL (South Loop)

South Loop, Chicago

Pay not stated

  • “Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career.”
  • “Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Veterinary Sonographer - Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Pay not stated

  • “Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career.”
  • “Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work”
See the job ad (opens the employer's site in a new tab)

Pay and the quoted lines come from each employer's own job ad. “See the job ad” opens the employer's posting, where you apply. Metro pay is the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN area, 10th to 90th percentile of the ads' stated pay.