Certified Vet Tech — Surgery, Anesthesia & Client Care

Randall Oaks Animal Hospital; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Bonus incentive

Professional development

Licensing fee reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Randall Oaks Animal Hospital is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and laboratory testing. The role includes client education, assisting with exams, and providing comprehensive care across the practice.

The ideal candidate is willing to answer phones, schedule appointments, and check clients in and out, while working well both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician.
• Ability to lift patients and equipment up to 25 pounds; lift beyond 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Randall Oaks Animal Hospital is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and laboratory testing. The role includes client education, assisting with exams, and providing comprehensive care across the practice.

The ideal candidate is willing to answer phones, schedule appointments, and check clients in and out, while working well both independently and as part of a team.