Veterinary Assistant I - Surgery
Tree House Humane Society • Illinois, Chicago • Posted June 23, 2026
About the Role
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:
- Know basic veterinary ...