Veterinary Assistant Program
Chicago, IL
Full Time
AVA
Entry Level
Start Your Career in Veterinary Medicine — Get Paid to Learn!
Have you been thinking about a career working with animals, but don’t know where to start? This is your opportunity to break into veterinary medicine—no prior experience required.
Premier Veterinary Group-Chicago is offering a paid, hands-on training program designed to turn passionate animal lovers into Certified Veterinary Assistants. You’ll gain real-world experience in a fast-paced, 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital—while completing a nationally recognized certification program.
If you’re motivated, compassionate, and ready to learn, we’ll give you the tools to build a meaningful career.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Get paid while you learn – $16.60/hr during training
- Earn a nationally recognized certification (Approved Veterinary Assistant – AVA)
- No experience required – we train you from the ground up
- Hands-on hospital experience in emergency and specialty care
- Clear path for growth within veterinary medicine
Premier Veterinary Group is a leading 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital. Our team of emergency veterinarians, board-certified specialists, and skilled support staff is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care—because we believe pets are family.
About the Training Program
You’ll be enrolled in the VetBloom Veterinary Assistant Program, a NAVTA-approved pathway to certification.
What to Expect:
- 120 clinical hours of hands-on training in our hospital
- 175 hours of online learning (self-paced modules, videos, and exams)
- Flexible 6–12 month completion timeline
- 24/7 access to learning materials
- All program costs covered, including the $100 AVA exam fee
What You’ll Learn
- Animal handling and restraint
- Basic nursing care and patient support
- Medical terminology and record keeping
- Lab basics, radiology safety, and pharmacology fundamentals
- Surgical and exam room preparation
- Emergency readiness and hospital operations
- Passion for working with animals
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills
Schedule & Pay
- Full-time training role
- Daytime-focused shifts (may vary)
- $16.60/hour during training
This isn’t just a job—it’s a launchpad. Whether you’re exploring a new career path or looking to grow within veterinary medicine, this program gives you the experience, education, and certification to move forward with confidence.
Apply today and take your first step into the veterinary field.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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