Country View Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.
In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Assisting in surgery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $20-$24 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
- Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 1+, 3+, 5+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in the state of Illinois**
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Accurate medical record documentation
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Client education and communication
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
- Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning
**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Why choose Country View Veterinary Clinic?
Country View Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for small animals and exotic pets. Our team of two experienced veterinarians works alongside a skilled and caring support team to provide personalized medicine in a welcoming, community-focused environment.
The hospital offers a broad range of preventive, medical, surgical, and dental services, supported by an in-house laboratory, digital X-ray/radiology, modern surgical suite, and supervised hospitalization area. We also offer indoor boarding with access to fenced outdoor walking areas, as well as a well-stocked on-site pharmacy for convenient, continued patient care.
At Country View Veterinary Clinic, we believe in treating every patient like our own while building lasting relationships with pet owners through education, communication, and compassionate care. Our diverse caseload—including both small animals and exotics—provides an engaging environment for veterinary professionals who enjoy variety, collaboration, and opportunities to continue growing their skills.
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