Feline Vet Tech: Surgery, Lab & Client Care Pro

Chicago Cat Clinic; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and

Bonus incentive

Career and professional development

State licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Chicago Cat Clinic, Chicago's oldest feline-only clinic, is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab testing, and client education. Open to non-credentialed technicians with equivalent skills.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, preparing patients for surgery, collecting samples, radiography, and maintaining a clean, organized workflow while delivering compassionate care to feline patients.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in the state of employment.
• Able to lift patients and equipment up to 25 pounds, with assistance for heavier lifts.
• Follow OSHA safety practices including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office or veterinary software.
• Basic math for calculating medication dosages.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Take histories, vital signs, and weights during outpatient exams and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures.
• Collect samples and perform in-hospital lab testing; prep specimens for outside labs.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Handle animals safely and restrain them during exams.
• Administer medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments per veterinarian direction.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment and lab areas; assist with equipment.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members, including client discussions and plans.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration

Communication

Active Listening

Organization

Client Satisfaction

Education

State license to work as a veterinary technician

Job description

Chicago Cat Clinic, Chicago's oldest feline-only clinic, is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab testing, and client education. Open to non-credentialed technicians with equivalent skills.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, preparing patients for surgery, collecting samples, radiography, and maintaining a clean, organized workflow while delivering compassionate care to feline patients.