Certified Veterinary Technician

Boughton Square Animal Clinic; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits starting Day One

CE allowance

Career growth

Job summary

Boughton Animal Clinic in Bolingbrook, Illinois is seeking an experienced Lead Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to elevate patient care, mentor staff, and strengthen clinic culture. This leadership role combines hands-on medical duties with team development and client education to keep high standards of care across the hospital.

You'll supervise the treatment floor, assist veterinarians in exams, diagnostics, surgery and anesthesia, and lead training and workflow improvements in a

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician with active CVT credentials and VTNE completed.
• Previous veterinary technician experience required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the technician team in daily hospital operations.
• Partner with the Practice Manager to keep the treatment area efficient.
• Mentor and train veterinary technicians and assistants.
• Help create efficient workflows while fostering a positive team culture.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment plans.
• Monitor anesthesia and surgical patients.
• Perform blood draws, IV catheter placement, radiographs, laboratory diagnostics, dental procedures, and nursing care.
• Manage hospitalized and critical care patients.
• Educate pet parents to ensure informed and supported care.

Skills

CVT

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Multitasking

Patient advocacy

Surgical assistance

Hospital operations

Education

Accredited Veterinary Technician program

VTNE completed

Job description

AKA the perfect role for someone who’s passionate about high-quality medicine, loves leading a team, and wants to make a real impact in veterinary care!

Boughton Animal Clinic in Bolingbrook, Illinois is looking for an experienced Lead Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team and help elevate patient care, team leadership, and clinic culture. If you're the kind of person who can confidently lead a treatment floor, mentor teammates, educate clients, and keep everyone motivated through even the busiest days—we'd love to meet you!

This isn't your average technician role. As our Lead CVT, you'll play a key role in advanced patient care, leadership, training, surgery, client communication, and ensuring our hospital continues to provide exceptional veterinary medicine every day.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and supporting the technician team throughout daily hospital operations
• Partnering with the Practice Manager to keep the treatment area running efficiently
• Mentoring and training veterinary technicians and assistants
• Helping create efficient workflows while fostering a positive team culture
• Assisting veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment plans
• Monitoring anesthesia and surgical patients
• Performing blood draws, IV catheter placement, radiographs, laboratory diagnostics, dental procedures, and nursing care
• Managing hospitalized and critical care patients
• Educating pet parents so they feel informed and supported throughout their pet's care
• Assisting with inventory management, treatment protocols, and maintaining medical standards
• Advocating for both patients and your team every single day

Why You'll Love Working at Boughton Animal Clinic:

• You'll get to fully utilize your technical skills while continuing to grow professionally
• Supportive leadership that values your experience, ideas, and contributions
• A collaborative, positive, and team-focused culture
• Opportunities to practice high-quality medicine and continue expanding your skills
• A fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
• Coworkers who genuinely care about their patients, clients, and one another
• A hospital that recognizes veterinary technicians as essential members of the healthcare team

What We're Looking For:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• Graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician program
• Active CVT credentials and successful completion of the VTNE
• Previous veterinary technician experience required
• Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for mentorship, teamwork, and patient advocacy
• Experience or interest in surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, rehabilitation, acupuncture, or laser therapy is a plus
• Love mentoring and coaching newer team members
• Thrive in busy, fast-paced environments
• Balance leadership with compassion
• Bring positive energy—even on the craziest days
• Are passionate about gold-standard patient care and exceptional medicine

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits beginning on Day One
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and professional license renewal reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership invested in your success
• Opportunities to continue developing your leadership skills
• A genuinely fun, collaborative, and supportive team environment
• Daily serotonin from adorable patients

If you're ready to step into a leadership role where your skills, experience, and voice truly matter, we'd love to meet you!