Senior Shelter Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia & Surgery

Anti-Cruelty; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to support a high-volume spay/neuter program and provide medical care for shelter and outpatient patients. The role focuses on anesthesia and surgical care, with duties spanning vaccines, diagnostics, radiographs, and client communication.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in a shelter setting, strong multitasking skills, and a calm, compassionate approach to stressed animals.

Qualifications

• Proficient in veterinary medical procedures for shelter patients.
• Experience with anesthesia, vaccines, and basic veterinary care.
• Ability to work in a high-volume spay/neuter program and shelter setting.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the PETS Work Culture Agreement with praise and support.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vets and team members.
• Safely restrain animals and administer vaccines, meds, and basic care.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and post-surgical recovery.
• Collect samples, run IDEXX tests, and document findings.
• Provide telemedicine support under veterinary supervision.

Skills

Anesthesia

Surgical care

Radiography

Venipuncture

Telemedicine

Shelter care

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

IDEXX analyzers

Digital dental radiographs

Job description

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to support a high-volume spay/neuter program and provide medical care for shelter and outpatient patients. The role focuses on anesthesia and surgical care, with duties spanning vaccines, diagnostics, radiographs, and client communication.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in a shelter setting, strong multitasking skills, and a calm, compassionate approach to stressed animals.