Certified Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health•Crete, IL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Plum Creek Regional Animal Medical Center is a well-established, progressive three-doctor small animal practice with a nearby outpatient clinic, offering a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. For over 25 years, we’ve proudly maintained AAHA accreditation, reflecting our commitment to high-quality veterinary care! We provide comprehensive services including wellness and preventive care, urgent and illness care, surgery, endoscopy, acupuncture, dentistry, cold laser therapy, in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasonography, as well as boarding and grooming—allowing us to deliver complete care in one place. Located just east of Crete, Illinois, near the Indiana border, our main hospital is supported by an outpatient clinic only 7.8 miles away in Dyer, Indiana. This dual-location setup offers variety while maintaining continuity through shared records and clients. With easy access to Chicago and Northwest Indiana, our location combines small-town charm with convenient access to shopping, dining, and recreation. The role involves animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. The position requires the ability to withstand unpleasant odors and noises and may involve exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Opportunities for virtual and hands-on training and continuing development are available.

Requirements

A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Availability to work some Saturday shifts
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
Ability to withstand unpleasant odors and noises
May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases

Nice To Haves

1+ year professional experience
Additional skills in dental radiography

Responsibilities

Animal restraint
Triage of incoming patients
Collection and analysis of lab samples
Diagnostic imaging
Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
Administration of medications
Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Scrub Allowance and Employee Personal Pet Discounts
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Holiday Pay, Bonuses, etc.)