Certified Veterinary Technician | Kenosha Animal Hospital

Veterinary Staffing Pros; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Package

PTO

Continuing Education

Job summary

A local veterinary practice in Kenosha, WI seeks a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians and provide excellent animal care. Responsibilities include surgical assistance, lab tests, client education, and patient triage. This is a great opportunity for experienced technicians and passionate new graduates alike. The position offers a competitive salary of $24-$30 per hour, benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience is a plus, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication skills and organizational skills required.
• Team player attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
• Perform lab tests, radiography, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Educate pet owners on preventative care and post-treatment instructions.
• Handle patient triage and emergency care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Passion for animal care

Education

Current CVT certification in Wisconsin

Job description

Overview

Kenosha Animal Hospital, a privately owned practice, in Kenosha, WI is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!

• Privately owned
• Chiropractic care, underwater treadmill, laser therapy

We are resolute in continuing as an independent, locally owned private practice where our culture, clients and patients, and team members will always be our priority. We always strive to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients. We love helping pets and their people and enjoy working together as a team to provide more personalized care while building high-quality and long-lasting relationships with our clients. If you have an area of interest or skills that you would like to develop, you are at the right place. We welcome opportunities to explore innovative ideas and requests for new equipment that will positively impact patient care.

About the practice

We are a growing, well-established, fully equipped, paper-lite hospital that just completed an expansion/remodeling project. We have eleven exam rooms, four smaller waiting areas, dedicated spaces for dental surgery, ultrasonography, laser therapy, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, and have the latest technology supporting patient care, anesthesia monitoring, in-house laboratory, and a fully stocked pharmacy. We have an internist who spends one to two days a week managing our advanced abdominal ultrasounds, echocardiograms, endoscopy, and consultations on complicated medical cases. We believe in alternative therapies, including spinal manipulation, laser therapy, physical therapy with an underwater treadmill, PRP, and Stem Cell therapies. We manage cancer patients with chemotherapy and when indicated, cancer vaccine treatments.

We employ a gentle approach with our patients and strive to develop a fun work atmosphere that encourages a strong and healthy work-life balance and family harmony.

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
• Perform lab tests, radiography, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Educate pet owners on preventative care and post-treatment instructions.
• Handle patient triage and emergency care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Experience is a plus, but new graduates are encouraged to apply!

About the area

Kenosha is located on the west shore of Lake Michigan, 45 minutes south of Milwaukee, 1 hour north of Chicago, and only two hours from Madison or Green Bay. You have easy access to a wide variety of attractions that include theater concert performances, fine dining, summer festivals, upscale shopping as well as sporting events, including the Milwaukee Brewers, Bucks, and Admirals; and of course, the Green Bay Packers. Outdoor enthusiasts will have endless opportunities, whether on land, on the nearby inland lakes, or in Lake Michigan. You can enjoy a small city or country lifestyle and be just a short distance from all the amenities that large metropolitan communities offer.

State of the art medicine, including

• Chiropractic care
• Underwater treadmill
• Laser therapy

What we're looking for

• A current CVT certification in Wisconsin.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Passionate about animal care and client education.

What we offer

• $24-$30/hour | DOE
• Benefits Package
• PTO
• CE
• And More!