Veterinary Technician

Meadow View Veterinary Clinic; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee discounts for pets

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Credentialing support

One-hour lunch break

Six paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Meadow View Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will assist veterinarians during exams, provide daily patient care, and educate clients in a hands-on, supportive environment.

The position is full-time with a starting hourly wage of $18.00, offering benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience with animals preferred.
• Calm, friendly, patient demeanor for animal care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Compassion for pets and their families.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide daily care to hospitalized and recovering patients.
• Safely handle and restrain various animals.
• Educate clients with clear, compassionate guidance on pet care.
• Prepare laboratory specimens for testing and obtain radiographs.
• Prepare patients/equipment for surgery and assist during procedures.
• Monitor patient status and communicate changes to the team.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment and patient areas; assist with laundry and other tasks.
• Maintain accurate patient records per hospital protocols.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Compassion

Professionalism

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who we are:

We’re Hiring a Compassionate Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant!

Position DetailsRole: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Starting at $18.00 per hour, with higher compensation based on experienceSchedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 7-9-hour days and every other Saturday 8-1

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Starting pay of $18.00 per hour with additional compensation based on experience, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid sick time; Paid Time Off; paid parental leave; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, uniform allowance, and credentialing support for eligible veterinary technicians

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: A predictable schedule, regular day off, one-hour lunch breaks, six paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a veterinary role where compassion, teamwork, and work-life balance actually matter? We’d love to meet you.

We’re looking for a compassionate Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join a fun, dedicated team of veterinary professionals who support one another and genuinely enjoy taking great care of their patients and clients.

This is a hands‑on role with plenty of variety. You’ll help animals heal, support veterinarians during exams and procedures, educate clients, and provide daily care for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, pocket pets, reptiles, and more.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A fun, supportive team of veterinary professionals who genuinely enjoy working together
• A set schedule with a regular day off so you can actually plan your life
• A full one-hour lunch break
• A workplace that gets you out on time almost all the time
• Hands‑on experience with dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, pocket pets, reptiles, and more
• Opportunities to build technical skills in diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and patient care
• A team culture centered around compassionate medicine and excellent client service

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate daily care to hospitalized and recovering patients
• Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, pocket pets, reptiles, and other species
• Communicate with clients and provide clear, compassionate education about their pets’ care
• Prepare laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing
• Assist with obtaining diagnostic radiographs
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgical procedures
• Assist veterinarians during surgeries and dental procedures
• Monitor patients and communicate changes in condition to the veterinary team
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and patient‑care areas
• Assist with cleaning, laundry, and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly
• Maintain accurate patient records and follow established hospital protocols

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working with animals
• Calm, friendly, and patient approach to animal care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Compassion for pets and the people who love them
• Dependable, professional, and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and continue developing your veterinary skills
• Ability to work effectively in a hands‑on veterinary environment
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Reliable transportation

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A predictable schedule instead of constantly changing shifts
• A regular day off for appointments, errands, and life outside the hospital
• A real one-hour lunch break
• A team that values getting everyone home on time
• Hands‑on experience with a diverse range of species
• Opportunities to strengthen your surgical, dental, laboratory, radiology, and client‑education skills
• Coworkers who support one another and enjoy taking great care of pets together

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• Starting pay of $18.00 per hour, with higher compensation based on experience
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• 40 hours of sick time plus 40 hours of Paid Time Off for employees working 40 hours per week
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement for eligible credentialed technicians
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible veterinary technicians
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Set schedule with a regular day off
• One‑hour lunch breaks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who wants to provide compassionate care, keep growing your skills, and work alongside a team that supports one another, we’d love to hear from you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Vetcor. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and experiences to our workplace. We are committed to a culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.