Feline Vet Technician: Surgery, Lab & Cat Care

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with matching

Bonus incentive

Career development

Licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Job summary

College Station Cat Clinic in Wheaton seeks a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, labs, and client education. This cat-only practice prefers feline-focused experience and requires state licensure and strong communication skills.

Pay ranges from $25.00 to $26.50 per hour and negotiate-able. The role involves patient handling, radiography, sample collection, and daily collaboration with the veterinary team.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance. Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications, etc.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & compassion

Collaboration & teamwork

Communicating

Active listening

Organization skills

Client satisfaction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

College Station Cat Clinic in Wheaton seeks a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, labs, and client education. This cat-only practice prefers feline-focused experience and requires state licensure and strong communication skills.

Pay ranges from $25.00 to $26.50 per hour and negotiate-able. The role involves patient handling, radiography, sample collection, and daily collaboration with the veterinary team.