Veterinary Assistants for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Veterinary Assistant Experience7%Veterinary Technician Experience6%Education level
High school diploma or GED36%Bachelor's degree32%Associate's degree16%Years of experience
6-10 years40%More than 10 years40%3-5 years20%Current company
Banfield Pet Hospital
Emergency Veterinary Care CenterPetIQ
Time at current job
1-2 years30%More than 5 years30%Less than a year20%
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Last updated: Oct 2, 2026
Veterinary Assistant: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $49,182 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,751 – $62,420 yearly
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Veterinary Assistant
Berwyn, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Veterinary Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary Technician ExperienceTime ManagementVeterinary TerminologyAnimal RestraintAnimal CareVeterinary Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Veterinary Technician ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceMedical Office ExperienceVeterinary Assistant
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicensePERC CardSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLift TruckForkliftHi-LoVeterinary Assistant
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationGuard CardBatonsBaton PermitPERC CardDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsFront DeskAnimal RestraintAnimal CareVeterinary Clinic Assistant
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseEMT-BState Tested Nursing AssistantCPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with Developmental DisabilitiesExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesExperience Working with ChildrenDog Handler
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingVeterinary Assistant ExperienceLeadershipChildcareBabysitting
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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 veterinary technician experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for veterinary assistants?
Common licenses or certifications for veterinary assistants include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to veterinary assistants?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to veterinary assistants include: vet technician assistant, veterinary assistant/receptionist and veterinary clinic assistant.
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 Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a veterinary assistant?
Most veterinary assistants have 10 years of professional experience.
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