Certified Veterinary Technician-Nurse Trainer

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists- Hoffman Estates; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Hoffman Estates is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician-Nurse Trainer. This key role involves the development and execution of training programs for veterinary technicians, ensuring their skills align with technological advancements in the field. The position offers full-time hours, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to career growth through professional development programs and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off including parental leave

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free exams for pets and discounts at Thrive locations

401(k) with employer contribution

Access to free CE courses

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of veterinary technician experience.
• Emergency experience required, specialty medicine preferred.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze training needs within the hospital.
• Develop tailored training plans for new hires.
• Monitor attendance and performance during training.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Decision-making

Training program design

Education

CVT certification

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Database software

Job description

Certified Veterinary Technician-Nurse Trainer

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Hoffman Estates

Full-time

Schedule: Flexible - 40 hrs/week; nights/weekends may be required

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists-Hoffman Estates is a growing, state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, providing exceptional and compassionate veterinary care for every pet and their family. Our hospital is part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare network. Thrive is the first of its kind in our industry to link primary, specialty, and emergency services to provide unsurpassed care for the lives of pets. We are dedicated to helping pets thrive through every stage of life with over 350 clinics nationwide. Thrive is committed to actively changing the industry culture, where everyone, from any background, can be heard, respected, and valued.

Provide your best care with more bridges and fewer barriers.

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists-Hoffman Estates is looking for a Nurse Trainer to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Nurse Trainer, you’ll be the key driver for the professional development of TPHS veterinary technicians. Your responsibilities include planning, developing, and conducting training activities to help team members learn new skills, stay updated with technology in veterinary medicine, and address training gaps. You will track training effectiveness and gather feedback from participants to inform hospital planning.

Role Responsibilities:

• Identify and analyze training needs within our hospital
• Develop tailored training plans for new hires and current employees to address their specific needs and gaps
• Facilitate training sessions in person or online, collaborating with internal and external trainers for effective delivery
• Monitor attendance and performance during training and report data to supervisors
• Assess team members’ performance on the floor post-training through supervisor feedback
• Adjust training schedules based on team members’ availability
• Work schedule: Flexible, minimum 40 hours/week on-site; weekends and evenings required

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of veterinary technician experience, with emergency experience required and specialty medicine experience preferred
• CVT certification required
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and database software
• Highly organized with strong decision-making skills
• Ability to design effective veterinary technician training programs
• Alignment with Thrive’s core values

You’ll Grow With Us

We offer opportunities for career growth through comprehensive learning and skill development programs, including:

• Extensive, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - Thrive U
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop leadership skills

Benefits – Our Care in Action

Our benefits are designed to support your mental, physical, emotional, and financial well-being, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off, including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement leave for humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Pet perks such as free exams, discounts on products and services at all Thrive locations
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Access to continuing education through free CE courses and paid time off for learning

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, ranging from $75,000 to $85,000 annually. The final offer will consider your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where all team members feel valued and empowered.