Veterinary Technician

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Savoy (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental Health & wellness resources

Full healthcare package

Paid time off

Disability & life insurance

Continuing Education allowance

Pet care discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

VCA Heritage Animal Hospital in Savoy, IL is hiring a full-time Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join a 5-doctor team focused on providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics and client education.

As a CVT/LVT/RVT or VTNE-eligible technician, you will assist with surgical procedures including anesthesia monitoring, dental cleanings and radiographs, administer medications and vaccines, collect samples, place catheters, and educate

Qualifications

• CVT or VTNE eligible candidate.
• Strong clinical skills and technical proficiency.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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 and follow-up

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT

Strong technical skills

Fast-paced environment

Communication & teamwork

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or VTNE eligible

Job description

Full-time Veterinary Technician at VCA Heritage Animal Hospital

About Our Hospital At VCA Heritage Animal Hospital youll join a 5-doctor team that focuses on providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education.

The Role

As a Credentialed Veterinary Technician, youll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. Youll work closely with our veterinarians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through their pet’s care with confidence and compassion.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We’re Looking 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

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Strong technician utilization - use your full skillset
• Supportive and collaborative team
• Opportunities for continued learning and career growth

Schedule and Compensation

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts Compensation: $ 21 - 23/hr and pay is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.

Total Rewards

• 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) allowance and PTO for 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 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.
• 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.

About VCA

At VCA, we’re passionate 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’re committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

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

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).