Veterinary Technician - Genoa Animal Hospital

AmeriVet•Genoa, IL

20h

About The Position

Genoa Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join its team. The role includes rooming patients; assisting with surgery and surgical recovery; placing IV catheters; drawing blood and running bloodwork; conducting in-clinic laboratory work; and supporting x-ray procedures and positioning. The technician helps educate clients, handles and restrains animals appropriately, and dispenses and administers medications prescribed by the veterinarian. The ideal candidate is a positive, supportive team member who wants to continue developing their skills and education while contributing to a collaborative team and work-life balance. AmeriVet describes its workplace as focused on team members’ growth, development, well-being, and success, with resources and opportunities to help them thrive and contribute to their communities. Benefits listed apply to full-time employees.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working as a Veterinary Technician.
Knowledge of standard industry tools and equipment.
Understanding of animal behavior and healthcare.
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
Passion for working with animals and their owners.
Ability to multitask efficiently.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Positive and supportive team-player approach.
Confidence in patient rooming, surgery assistance and recovery, IV catheter placement, blood draws and bloodwork, in-clinic laboratory work, and x-ray knowledge and positioning.
Understanding of the importance of client education.
Ability to dispense and administer medications prescribed by a veterinarian.

Responsibilities

Room patients.
Assist with surgery and surgical recovery.
Place IV catheters.
Draw blood and run bloodwork.
Perform in-clinic laboratory work.
Support x-ray procedures and positioning.
Educate clients.
Handle and restrain animals appropriately.
Dispense and administer medications prescribed by the veterinarian.
Continue developing professional skills and education.

Benefits

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.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.