Certified Veterinary Technician

Anti-Cruelty; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to support a high-volume spay/neuter program and provide medical care for shelter and outpatient patients. The role focuses on anesthesia and surgical care, with duties spanning vaccines, diagnostics, radiographs, and client communication.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in a shelter setting, strong multitasking skills, and a calm, compassionate approach to stressed animals.

Qualificações

• Proficient in veterinary medical procedures for shelter patients.
• Experience with anesthesia, vaccines, and basic veterinary care.
• Ability to work in a high-volume spay/neuter program and shelter setting.

Responsabilidades

• Uphold the PETS Work Culture Agreement with praise and support.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vets and team members.
• Safely restrain animals and administer vaccines, meds, and basic care.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and post-surgical recovery.
• Collect samples, run IDEXX tests, and document findings.
• Provide telemedicine support under veterinary supervision.

Conhecimentos

Anesthesia

Surgical care

Radiography

Venipuncture

Telemedicine

Shelter care

Formação

Veterinary Technician Certification

High school diploma or GED

Ferramentas

IDEXX analyzers

Digital dental radiographs

Descrição da vaga

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Veterinary Technician with 5 years experience, preferably in an animal shelter setting. This position is heavily focused on supporting our high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) program, with an emphasis on delivering the highest standards of anesthesia and surgical care. In addition, this role offers the opportunity to provide well-rounded medical support as a shelter and outpatient technician-from assisting with preventive care and wellness appointments to assisting with treatment of medical cases for shelter animals awaiting adoption.

Yes please and thank you! This will help eliminate those who only have school as experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Uphold the PETS Work Culture Agreement through Praise, Engagement, Trust and Support.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vets and team members
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain animals during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Deliver hands-on medical care to animals, including administering vaccines, medications, and basic care (nail trims, ear cleanings, gland expression etc.)
• Perform venipuncture, place catheters, and administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections; conduct blood draws with precision.
• Prepare and capture diagnostic radiographs to aid in evaluating medical conditions.
• Perform anesthesia induction and intubation, monitor animals during surgical procedures, and oversee post-surgical recovery to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Collect and analyze diagnostic samples including use of IDEXX in-house analyzers, skin scrapes, in-house antigen tests, parvovirus testing, fecal flotation, and cytology.
• Perform physical examinations on shelter animals and accurately record findings.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and take full mouth digital dental radiographs on dogs and cats.
• Provide telemedicine to clients with an existing Veterinary-Client-Patient-Relationship under direct or indirect supervision of Supervising Veterinarian
• Obtain and maintain licensure as a Certified Euthanasia Technician.
• Assist in training newer employees.
• Assist Director of Clinic Services in ordering supplies by keeping inventory of all medical supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Comprehensive knowledge of animal care, veterinary medical procedures, and the diagnosis and management of common shelter-related diseases.
• Proficiency in performing diagnostic tests and assisting in surgical procedures.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to animal care, including handling shelter animals that may be fearful, stressed, or exhibit behavioral challenges.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changes in protocols, priorities, and work environments.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in potentially stressful or emotional situations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required
• Veterinary Technician Certification
• 5 + years of previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or Assistant in a shelter setting

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work around companion animals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and meet the physical demands of the role, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to be comfortable working with cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles, fish and wildlife.
• Due to nature of shelter work, may be exposed to deceased, fractious, or aggressive animals; hostile or irate persons; zoonotic or other diseases; unpleasant noises, odors, or sights; and extreme temperatures.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Available to work an extended schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays according to demands of the role and tasks.
• The job description is a guide to the essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Job descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization at the sole discretion of management.

Yes, but keep in mind, they MUST be certified to apply/be hired.

Anti-Cruelty is an equal opportunity employer.

Is this something new?

Yes, to separate the role of a CVT and Vet Assistant 2, I added in this job function. I was unaware of it but it is part of the Veterinary Practice Act. (225 ILCS 115/4.5)

Maybe change this to technicial OR assistant? As long as they have five years prior experience?