Veterinary Technician — Flexible Hours, Growth & Perks

TAD-CRYSTAL LAKE LTD; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Fun Working Environment

Paid continuing education

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Well equipped facility

Employee gym

Pet pool and underwater treadmills

Job summary

The Animal Doctor, Ltd, a AAHA Accredited small animal hospital in Cary, IL, seeks a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant. Direct Metra access to Chicago; candidates must be flexible to evenings and two Saturdays per month.

Ideal applicants have hands-on experience with exams, X-rays, ultrasound, CT-scans, surgery and rehabilitation, plus strong computer and records management skills. New grads welcome.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role.
• Comfort with using computers and electronic records management.
• Experience with exams, X-Rays, ultrasounds, surgery, dentistry and rehab is a plus.
• Excellent communication and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history.
• Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic.
• Take vital signs and collect blood samples.
• Administer medications and provide at-home dosage instructions.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, imaging, surgery, dentistry and rehab.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Electronic records

Education

Bachelor's degree

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Animal hospital software

Job description

The Animal Doctor, Ltd, a AAHA Accredited small animal hospital in Cary, IL, seeks a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant. Direct Metra access to Chicago; candidates must be flexible to evenings and two Saturdays per month.

Ideal applicants have hands-on experience with exams, X-rays, ultrasound, CT-scans, surgery and rehabilitation, plus strong computer and records management skills. New grads welcome.