Veterinary Technician

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic•Fairview Heights, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a few years of experience in the field, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. Welcome to the Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O’Fallon, where our expert staff provides full service veterinary care to our wonderful patients in St. Clair County, Illinois. We are happy to provide preventative care, diagnostics, surgeries, boarding and grooming at our state-of-the-art facility. We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Knowledgeable about common disease states and able 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 skills
Experience with veterinary procedures

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.