Certified Veterinary Technician

Chessie Lane Animal Hospital•Ottawa, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician who is compassionate, confident, and ready to make a real difference every single day. If you're the type of person who loves patient care, enjoys educating pet parents, and thrives on teamwork, we'd love to meet you. Whether you're monitoring anesthesia, helping a nervous puppy feel safe, or celebrating a patient's recovery with their family, you'll be an essential part of what makes our hospital amazing.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Veterinary Technician program (Associate Degree).
Current CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials (or be eligible for licensing).
Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE).
Experience in a veterinary hospital (general practice, ER, or specialty experience is a plus!).
Strong technical skills and confidence handling patients of all sizes.
Excellent communication skills with both clients and teammates.
A positive attitude and the ability to stay calm during busy days.
Great time management and organizational skills.
A passion for learning and continuing to grow your skills.
A team-first mindset—you celebrate wins together and jump in to help without being asked.
A love for pets (obviously ❤️).

Nice To Haves

general practice, ER, or specialty experience is a plus!

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional nursing care for our patients from check-in to discharge.
Monitor anesthesia and assist during surgical and dental procedures.
Collect lab samples, run diagnostics, and perform treatments with confidence.
Administer medications, vaccines, and fluid therapy as directed by our veterinarians.
Educate pet parents about medications, preventive care, nutrition, recovery plans, and everything in between.
Build lasting relationships with clients by making them feel heard, informed, and supported.
Work alongside our veterinarians and support staff to deliver top-tier medical care.
Keep accurate medical records and maintain a smooth workflow throughout the day.
Help keep our hospital clean, organized, and running efficiently.
Jump in wherever needed—because teamwork really is our superpower.