Small Animal Certified Veterinary Technician

Metropolitan Veterinary Center (Chicago)

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

You’ll provide compassionate nursing care, place IV catheters, administer medications, and educate clients on treatment plans and preventive care.

Qualifications

Active CVT license or credential.
Experience in small-animal practice preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with exams and patient assessment.
Monitor anesthesia during procedures and recovery.
Prepare for surgery and assist post-op care.
Perform dental cleanings and radiographs.
Handle lab work and imaging as needed.
Place IV catheters and administer medications.
Educate clients on treatment plans and preventive care.

Skills

Client education

Exam support

Triage

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgery prep & recovery

Dental cleanings

Radiographs

Lab work & imaging

IV catheter placement

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician certification

Job description

Metropolitan Veterinary Center in Chicago seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative, client-focused team. In this full-time role, you’ll support veterinarians with exams, patient triage, anesthesia monitoring, surgery prep and recovery, dental cleanings and radiographs, lab work, and imaging. You’ll provide compassionate nursing care, place IV catheters, administer medications, and educate clients on treatment plans and preventive care. Enjoy a modern, fast-paced small-animal hospital with urgent care exposure, advanced diagnostics, and strong mentorship in a culture that values learning, respect, and high-quality medicine.

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