Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners•Fairview Heights, IL

20d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, 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 includes supporting veterinarians in patient care and procedures, performing technical duties, communicating with clients, and helping maintain a clean, prepared, and safe clinical environment. 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 states that it is dedicated to celebrating diversity and providing inclusive service in 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.
Experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures is identified as desirable for the ideal candidate.

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
Safely and compassionately handle and restrain animals.
Communicate clearly with clients, including providing care instructions and patient 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 exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines.