Veterinary Assistants for hire in Aurora, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Veterinary Assistant Experience8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED51%Bachelor's degree22%Associate's degree22%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years30%3-5 years10%Current company
Banfield Pet Hospital
Lombard Veterinary HospitalMelrose Park Animal HospitalTime at current job
2-5 years57%1-2 years29%More than 5 years14%
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Last updated: Sep 26, 2026
Veterinary Assistant: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Aurora, IL: $39,417 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,228 – $42,887 yearly
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Veterinary Technician
Aurora, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
OSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)Driver's LicenseOSHASkills
Organizational SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsVeterinary TerminologyAnimal CareCVT/Administration Assistant
Batavia, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
ChemotherapyVeterinary Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCPRChemotherapy Administration+2 moreSkills
Veterinary Technician ExperienceLeadershipVeterinary TerminologyTime ManagementCommunication SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceSenior Veterinary Assistant
Aurora, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingVeterinary Technician
Yorkville, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Veterinary Technician ExperienceVeterinary Assistant ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsVeterinary Assistant
Aurora, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceOrganizational SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementVeterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Montgomery, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseCPRBLSSkills
Veterinary TerminologyOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementComputer OperationComputer Literacy
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What's the average time to fill a veterinary assistant role?
The average time to fill a veterinary assistant role is 88 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do veterinary assistants tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a veterinary assistant include: communication skills, veterinary assistant experience and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for veterinary assistants?
Common licenses or certifications for veterinary assistants include: Driver's License, CPR and Veterinary Technician Certification.
What are some job titles related to veterinary assistants?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to veterinary assistants include: veterinary technician and veterinary clinic assistant/mobile veterinary supervisor.
What level of education is common for a veterinary assistant?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a veterinary assistant in Aurora, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a veterinary assistant?
Most veterinary assistants have 15 years of professional experience.
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