Veterinary Technician — Surgical Support & Client Education

AmeriVet; Genoa Township (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

Genoa Animal Hospital in Genoa, Illinois, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team. The role includes rooming patients, assisting in surgery and recovery, placing IV catheters, drawing blood, running bloodwork, and performing in-clinic laboratory tasks.

You will also handle X-ray positioning and educate clients. The ideal candidate has strong animal-handling skills, the ability to multi-task, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Knowledge of standard industry tools and equipment
• Understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Ability to multi-task efficiently
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Positive and supportive team player

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare for procedures
• Assist in surgical procedures and postoperative recovery
• Place IV catheters
• Draw blood and run bloodwork
• Perform in-clinic laboratory tasks
• Operate X-ray equipment and position patients
• Educate clients on pet care
• Dispense and administer medications prescribed by the veterinarian

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Work under pressure

Animal handling

Client education

Tools

Laboratory equipment

X-ray equipment

Job description

Genoa Animal Hospital in Genoa, Illinois, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team. The role includes rooming patients, assisting in surgery and recovery, placing IV catheters, drawing blood, running bloodwork, and performing in-clinic laboratory tasks.

You will also handle X-ray positioning and educate clients. The ideal candidate has strong animal-handling skills, the ability to multi-task, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.