Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Genoa Animal Hospital
About The Position
Genoa Animal Hospital, located in Genoa, Illinois, is a full-service small-animal practice serving the community for more than 30 years. The hospital provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including wellness and preventive medicine, dentistry, diagnostics and imaging, surgery, urgent and emergency care, and laser therapy. Its team emphasizes compassionate care, technical expertise, individualized attention, and lasting relationships with pet families. The hospital is seeking a full-time Credentialed Veterinary Technician. The ideal candidate has experience in anesthesia, dentistry, and surgical assisting, and enjoys interacting with clients. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Compensation starts at $22 per hour and depends on experience. AmeriVet offers career development and advancement opportunities, no-cost continuing education programs, tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing. The company describes its workplace as supportive and collaborative, with a focus on employee growth, development, well-being, and success. Benefits listed for full-time employees include competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, student loan assistance, health, dental, vision and life insurance, mental health resources, paid time off, and holidays. Genoa Animal Hospital also offers employee discounts on products and services and a referral program.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician.
- Strong animal-handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Veterinary Technician certification, or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in anesthesia, dentistry, and surgical assisting.
- Comfort with and enjoyment of interacting with clients.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
- Safely handle and restrain animals.
- Administer medications and vaccines.
- Collect laboratory samples and maintain accurate patient records.
- Educate clients on pet care.
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Benefits
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Referral program
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Continuing education programs at no cost
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing
- Competitive pay
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) matching
- Student loan assistance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Mental health resources
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
