Veterinary Technician
Lakewood Animal Hospital•Morris, IL
•$20 - $25
About The Position
Lakewood Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Certified 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 clinic is an award-winning companion-animal primary-care practice in Morris, Illinois, operating since 1992. It maintains a warm, low-stress atmosphere for pets, clients, and staff, and is dedicated to an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.
Requirements
- Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician in Illinois.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians with patient care, examinations, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
- Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discount
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Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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