Certified Veterinary Technician

Boughton Square Animal Clinic•Bolingbrook, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Boughton Animal Clinic in Bolingbrook, Illinois is looking for an experienced Lead Certified Veterinary Technician to join their team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about high-quality medicine, leadership, and making a significant impact in veterinary care. The Lead CVT will be instrumental in elevating patient care, team leadership, and clinic culture. The position involves leading the treatment floor, mentoring teammates, educating clients, and maintaining team motivation. This role goes beyond a typical technician position, focusing on advanced patient care, leadership, training, surgery, client communication, and ensuring the hospital consistently provides exceptional veterinary medicine.

Requirements

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician program
Active CVT credentials and successful completion of the VTNE
Previous veterinary technician experience required
Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
Passion for mentorship, teamwork, and patient advocacy

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, rehabilitation, acupuncture, or laser therapy is a plus
Love mentoring and coaching newer team members
Thrive in busy, fast-paced environments
Balance leadership with compassion
Bring positive energy—even on the craziest days
Passionate about gold-standard patient care and exceptional medicine

Responsibilities

Leading and supporting the technician team throughout daily hospital operations
Partnering with the Practice Manager to keep the treatment area running efficiently
Mentoring and training veterinary technicians and assistants
Helping create efficient workflows while fostering a positive team culture
Assisting veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment plans
Monitoring anesthesia and surgical patients
Performing blood draws, IV catheter placement, radiographs, laboratory diagnostics, dental procedures, and nursing care
Managing hospitalized and critical care patients
Educating pet parents so they feel informed and supported throughout their pet's care
Assisting with inventory management, treatment protocols, and maintaining medical standards
Advocating for both patients and your team every single day