Certified Veterinary Technician — Hands-on Care & Growth

Central Hospital For Animals; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401k & matching

Continuing Education (CE) allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation & sick time

Referral bonus

Job summary

Central Hospital for Animals in Marion, IL, is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician. The role includes animal restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication. Training and growth opportunities are available in a busy practice.

We offer a full benefits package, in-house pharmacy and lab capabilities, and a grooming salon. Must be able to work some Saturdays; compensation includes pay range offered.

Qualifications

• Certified veterinary technician credential required or preferred.
• 1+ years experience beneficial but not required.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Excellent client communication and record-keeping skills.
• Knowledge of preventive care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow.
• Ability to restrain pets calmly and safely.
• Proficiency with sample collection and lab tests.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals, triage incoming patients, collect and analyze lab samples.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and assist with dental radiographs.
• Support medical and hospitalized patients with nursing care.
• Administer medications and manage anesthesia/surgical monitoring.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients; ensure accurate records.

Skills

Certified veterinary technician

Strong work ethic

Punctuality

Customer service

Medical record interpretation

Laboratory sample handling

Radiography & dental radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Professional feedback handling

Education

Certified veterinary technician

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Radiography equipment

Job description

Central Hospital for Animals in Marion, IL, is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician. The role includes animal restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication. Training and growth opportunities are available in a busy practice.

We offer a full benefits package, in-house pharmacy and lab capabilities, and a grooming salon. Must be able to work some Saturdays; compensation includes pay range offered.