Veterinary Technician

Essington Road Animal Hospital; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Fun Working Environment

Interact with Pets

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Joliet, Illinois, is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will assist the Veterinarian with surgeries, coordinate animal care, and monitor recovery. Responsibilities include triaging pets upon arrival, obtaining medical histories, administering medications, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have previous experience in a similar role and possess excellent communication skills. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about providing exceptional animal care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of animal care and handling.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment.
• Patience and a love for animals.

Responsibilities

• Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic.
• Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history.
• Take vital signs and acquire blood samples.
• Assist with surgeries and monitor animals after surgery.
• Administer medications and provide at-home dosage instructions for clients.
• Keep accurate patient records.

Skills

Animal care and handling

Excellent communication skills

Multi-tasking

Patience

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation
• Fun Working Environment
• Interact with Pets

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Veterinarian Technician to join the team at our successful clinic. Veterinary Technician responsibilities include assisting the Veterinarian with surgeries and procedures, coordinating animal care, and monitoring animal recovery. You will work closely with the entire clinic staff to ensure the health and well-being of all of our pet patients. If you are passionate about providing exceptional animal care, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic
• Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history
• Take vital signs and acquire blood samples
• Assist with surgeries and monitor animals after surgery
• Administer medications and provide at-home dosage instructions for clients
• Keep accurate patient records

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role
• Knowledge of animal care and handling
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment
• Patience and a love for animals