Veterinary Technician

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic•Fairview Heights, IL

20d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic is hiring full-time Veterinary Technicians to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate has animal-care, client-communication, and veterinary-procedure experience and is passionate about improving the lives of pets and their owners. The schedule varies, with hours starting between 7:30 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The role pays $18.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience. Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O’Fallon provide full-service veterinary care in St. Clair County, Illinois, including preventative care, diagnostics, surgeries, boarding, and grooming. The clinic is committed to an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and serves the community.

Requirements

Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Knowledge of common disease states and ability to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians with patient care, examinations, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
Safely and compassionately handle and restrain animals.
Communicate clearly with clients, including providing care instructions and status updates.
Perform technical duties such as laboratory work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
Keep examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines.