Certified Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; City of Geneva (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

6 paid holidays

Periodic bonus eligibility

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join Valley Animal Hospital in Geneva, IL. The position offers 30+ hours per week, with a focus on work-life balance, and includes competitive pay between $22 and $27 per hour, based on experience.

As a CVT, you will support anesthesia, assist with surgeries, perform dental procedures, and confidently educate clients about their pets’ treatments. Continuous learning and a full benefits package are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician.
• Experience in anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures.
• Strong client communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia and provide surgical support.
• Assist with dental procedures and educate clients on treatments.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring and surgical support

Dental procedures (prophy, charting, assisting with radiographs)

Client communication – confidently educating clients on treatments and vaccines

Job description

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Valley Animal Hospital – Geneva, IL

810 E State St, Geneva, IL 60134

Are you a Certified Veterinary Technician looking for a supportive, long‑standing team that truly values balance, loyalty, and collaboration?

About Us

For over 30 years, we have proudly served our small‑town community and its loyal clients—many of whom have trusted us for generations.

Our team is made up of dedicated professionals with incredible longevity. Several of our CSRs and veterinary assistants have been with us for 20 plus years, which speaks to the supportive culture, flexibility, and strong focus on work‑life balance that defines our hospital.

We also love giving back, partnering with a local shelter to provide exams for adopted pets.

Key Skills

• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical support
• Dental procedures (prophy, charting, assisting with radiographs)
• Client communication – confidently educating clients on treatments and vaccines

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: 30+ hours/week, including Saturdays
• Pay: $22–$27/hour (based on experience)
• Full benefits package
• 6 paid holidays
• Eligible for a periodic bonus
• Continuing education allowance + license reimbursement
• Ongoing training opportunities (including NVA PetOne Training Center)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Valley Animal Hospital, we believe in growth, balance, and community. You’ll get the stability of a long‑standing, loyal team along with the energy of new leadership focused on collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous learning.

EEO Statement

National Veterinary Associates 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.