Veterinary Technician: Compassionate Care + Flexible Hours

GreenTree Animal Hospital; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Ourpet hospital on Libertyville, IL is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, prep prescriptions, perform in-house laboratory work, and assist in surgeries.

The role emphasizes communication with clients, teamwork, and maintaining organized workflow. Weekend availability is required; prior veterinary experience is preferred. Benefits and opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; assistive lifting for heavier loads.
• OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and calculation of medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain clean and organized exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock supplies.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Ourpet hospital on Libertyville, IL is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, prep prescriptions, perform in-house laboratory work, and assist in surgeries.

The role emphasizes communication with clients, teamwork, and maintaining organized workflow. Weekend availability is required; prior veterinary experience is preferred. Benefits and opportunities for professional development are available.