Certified Vet Tech: Surgery, Diagnostics & Client Care

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and

Bonus incentive

Career and professional development

State licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Randall Oaks Animal Hospital in Carpentersville, IL is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry and client education. This role requires cross-training to answer phones, schedule appointments, and check clients in and out.

You will assist in outpatient exams, monitor vital signs during surgery, collect samples, and run in‑hospital labs. A team player with strong communication and organization is essential.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance over 25 pounds.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• 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, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs 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 as directed by 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

Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization

Client Service

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Randall Oaks Animal Hospital in Carpentersville, IL is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry and client education. This role requires cross-training to answer phones, schedule appointments, and check clients in and out.

You will assist in outpatient exams, monitor vital signs during surgery, collect samples, and run in‑hospital labs. A team player with strong communication and organization is essential.