Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to join their Patient Care Team in Chicago. Responsibilities include performing laboratory work, administering treatments, and educating clients. The role offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development. Enthusiastic candidates ready for a supportive team environment are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Access to mental health platform

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Continuing education allowance

Paid time off for various events

401(k) retirement plan

Pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or eligible to transfer state license (LVT, RVT, LVMT).
• Passion for veterinary medicine and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory work and sample collections.
• Administer medications and educate clients.
• Monitor anesthesia and perform dental procedures.

Skills

Sample collection

Laboratory work

Client education

Emergency triage

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or eligible to transfer state license

Job description

Location: 3219 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

VCA Blum Animal Hospital is expanding its Patient Care Team and seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician!

Schedule: Full-time with rotating Saturdays.

Compensation: $22 - $25 / hr. Pay range and is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field.

VCA Blum Animal Hospital:

Since 1952, we’ve been proud to provide Chicago pets with the highest level of veterinary care and customer service by offering a comprehensive range of veterinary services that meet the gold standard of pet care. Our hospital has been AAHA Accredited since 1972 and Fear Free Certified since 2018.

Benefits of Joining the VCA BlumTeam!

VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates. Key benefits include:

• Mental Health:Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Full Healthcare:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
• Paid Time Off:Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
Financial Support:100% employer-paid short-term and long-
• Protection:Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Perks:Rabies prophylaxis vaccine andtiter testing.
• Education:Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University, which includes RACE-approved courses.
• Latest Tech & Innovation:Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
• Discounts:Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
• Freebies:Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
• Programs:Leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Retirement:401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
• Full Coverage:100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
• Pet Care Perks:Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
• Transfer Opportunities:Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Job Responsibilities(including but not limited to):

• Perform laboratory work in cooperation with the veterinary team
• Effectively perform sample collections such as venipuncture, cystocentesis, fecal collection, ear cytology, etc.
• Place IV catheters, administer vaccines, administer medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous routes
• Prepare blood, urine, tissue, and other specimen samples for outside laboratory analysis
• Work in conjunction with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients are receiving the best possible care and communicating frequently with the team
• Use and maintain laboratory equipment, including the Idexx ProCyte and Catalyst hematology machines, the SediVue urinalysis machine, and SNAP Pro
• Use digital radiography machine
• Properly annotate medical records
• Provide client education including post-surgical discharge instructions, answering client questions during technician appointments, and phone call consultations
• Triage emergency situations
• Surgical preparation and monitoring, including calculation and administration of anesthetic drugs
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs under the supervision of a veterinarian

Qualifications:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or eligible to transfer state license (LVT, RVT, LVMT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE within 3 months.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine and want to be part of asupportive, growth-oriented team,we’d love to hear from you.Apply today!

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com