Experienced Vet Technician - Growth, Benefits & Balance

North Houston Vet Ophthalmology and Animal Eye Medical & Surgical Specialists; Genoa Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Holidays

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Genoa Animal Hospital in Genoa, Illinois is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team. This role focuses on rooming patients, assisting in surgery, and caring for animals through recovery, with responsibilities in IV catheter placement, blood draws, and in-clinic lab work.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ year of technician experience, knowledge of animal handling, and a commitment to client education. We value a positive, team-oriented environment and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Knowledge of standard industry tools and equipment
• Understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Ability to multi-task efficiently
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Positive and supportive team player

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for procedures
• Assist in surgery and monitor during recovery
• Place IV catheters and draw blood
• Run bloodwork and operate in-clinic lab
• Knowledge of x-ray positioning and image capture
• Educate clients about care and medications
• Handle and restrain animals safely and professionally
• Dispense and administer prescribed medications

Skills

Veterinary Technician

Animal handling

Blood draw

IV catheter placement

Surgery assistance

Client education

X-ray positioning

Lab equipment

Tools

Surgical instruments

In-clinic lab equipment

Radiography

Job description

Genoa Animal Hospital in Genoa, Illinois is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team. This role focuses on rooming patients, assisting in surgery, and caring for animals through recovery, with responsibilities in IV catheter placement, blood draws, and in-clinic lab work.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ year of technician experience, knowledge of animal handling, and a commitment to client education. We value a positive, team-oriented environment and work-life balance.