Veterinary Technician - Non-Credentialed

NVA; Ontarioville (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) Hanover Park Animal Care Center in Hanover Park, IL seeks a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our team. The role focuses on patient care, client communication, and support across exams, radiographs, anesthesia, and lab work.

The ideal candidate has veterinary experience, weekend availability, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. On-site training is provided for all tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in veterinary medicine (preferred)
• Weekend availability (required)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and PPE usage

Responsibilities

• Conduct follow-up and progress calls
• Restrain animals and assist doctors during exams
• Provide care and treatment to hospitalized patients
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placements
• Assist with surgical prep and recovery, including anesthesia monitoring
• Conduct basic in-house lab work and pre-surgical screenings
• Take digital radiographs
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Sterilize surgical instruments
• Answer phone calls and help with appointment scheduling

Skills

Client communication

Animal handling

Medical support

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Surgical prep

Radiographs

Laboratory work

Anesthesia monitoring

Team collaboration

Job description

Hanover Park Animal Care Center – Hanover Park, IL

Are you a skilled Veterinary Technician looking to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? Hanover Park Animal Care Center is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated Veterinary Technician to join our team.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative setting, is eager to learn, and has a positive attitude. If you’re dependent, self-driven, and passionate about animal care—we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

Client Communication & Education:

Conduct follow-up and progress calls

(On-site training available)

Patient Handling & Medical Support:

Restrain animals and assist doctors during exams

Provide care and treatment to hospitalized patients

Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placements

Assist with surgical prep and recovery, including anesthesia monitoring

Conduct basic in-house lab work and pre-surgical screenings

Take digital radiographs

(On-site training available for all tasks above)

Hospital Support Duties:

Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Sterilize surgical instruments

Answer phone calls and help with appointment scheduling as needed

(On-site training available)

Requirements:

Previous experience in veterinary medicine (preferred)

Weekend availability (required)

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted (more with assistance)

Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and PPE usage

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: The base hourly range for this position is $17.00 - $21.00. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

This position is also eligible for a periodic bonus.

Example of possible benefits that are to be included, if applicable

• Paid time off
• Employee discounts

Location: On-site (Hanover Park, IL)

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting‑related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.