Certified Veterinary Technician at GreenTree Animal Hospital

GreenTree Animal Hospital • Libertyville, IL

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About The Position

GreenTree Animal Hospital is a long-standing, AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital serving the Libertyville community for more than 20 years. The hospital uses modern technology and current veterinary techniques to provide treatment to its patients.

The Certified Veterinary Technician plays a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting veterinarians through client interactions and procedures. The role applies professional skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education. The listed pay range is $24–$26 per hour.

Requirements

• Hold a state license to work as a certified, licensed, or registered veterinary technician in the state of employment.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment weighing more than 25 pounds with assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine, surgery, and other tasks as needed.
• Support outpatient exams by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Collect blood, stool, and other samples; conduct in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs while following appropriate safety procedures.
• Handle and restrain animals during examinations.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the veterinarian’s discretion.
• Clean and organize exam rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Help keep public areas clean and clean and maintain medical equipment.
• Interact warmly, courteously, and professionally with clients, and compassionately with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members about client discussions, patient plans, and client concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement benefits with matching
• Bonus incentive
• Career and professional development
• State licensing fee reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed