Veterinary Technician

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental Health access

Full Healthcare

Paid Time Off

Disability & Life Insurance

Better Together Fund

CE allowance

WOOF University access

VTNE sponsorships

Discounted certifications

NAVTA membership

Leadership programs

401(k) retirement

Pet care discounts

Legal resources

Nationwide transfers

Job summary

VCA County West Animal Hospital in Kankakee, IL is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in surgery, dentistry, diagnostics and client education. The role focuses on high-quality patient care and compassionate client guidance.

You'll perform anesthesia monitoring, dental cleanings, radiographs, administer meds, collect samples and educate clients on care plans. Full-time, 4x10-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays; compensation $21-$23 per hour, negotiable.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or VTNE eligibility.
• Strong technical and clinical skills are required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments.
• Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics.
• Place catheters and support patient treatments.
• Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT eligible

Technical skills

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Patient care

Job description

Veterinary Technician at VCA County West Animal Hospital

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts, with rotating Saturdays.

About Our Hospital

VCA County West Animal Hospital is a 3-doctor practice providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education

About VCA

At VCA,we’repassionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With hospitals nationwide, we combine advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach.

As part of Mars Veterinary Health,we’recommitted to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Role

As a Credentialed Veterinary Technician ,you’llplay a key role in delivering high-quality patient care.You’llwork closely with our veterinarians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through theirpet’scare with confidence and compassion.

WhatYou’llDo

• Assistwith surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery

• Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs

• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments

• Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics

• Place catheters and support patient treatments

• Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE

• Strong technical and clinical skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to high-quality patient care

Compensation: Pay range is $21 - 23/hr and negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge,abilitiesand other relevant credentials.

Total Rewards

Asa VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package,including:

• 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-term disability and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.

• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowanceand PTOfor 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.

• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along withVETGirland 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.

• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.

• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Location: 1709 W Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901

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.