Veterinary Technician
NVA General Practice · Orland Park, IL · 5 days ago
Healthcare$20–$30/hrPart-time
About the Role
We’re a 7-day GP/urgent care practice that provides a dynamic mix of routine care and more complex cases, giving you the opportunity to build and expand your skillset. With new management, a renewed focus on culture, and additional doctors joining this summer, we’re building a team that prioritizes collaboration, mentorship, and work-life balance. Our large, experienced team is passionate about veterinary medicine and committed to creating a workplace where people enjoy coming to work. We emphasize open communication, respect, and community engagement, fostering a positive culture where every team member feels valued.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance, including only 1 weekend per month rotation
- Strong mentorship with hands-on training and support across all experience levels
- Exposure to advanced medicine, including orthopedic, internal medicine, reproduction, and soft tissue surgeries
- Cutting-edge services such as dental radiology, endoscopy, ultrasound, CT, and critical care cases
- Opportunities to grow alongside a growing team, with new doctors joining this summer
- Active involvement and connection within the local community
- Inclusive, respectful, and team-first culture
Responsibilities
- Assist with exams, treatments, and patient care
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and lab work
- Support surgery (prep, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery)
- Take radiographs (including dental)
- Provide nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients
- Communicate clearly with clients and team members
- Maintain accurate medical records
Requirements
- Veterinary Technicians, credentialed and non-credentialed
- 1-2 years of experience at minimum (preferred)
- Strong technical and patient care skills (or willingness to learn and grow)
- Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced environment
- Positive, team-oriented mindset
- Passion for high-quality medicine and client care
Benefits
- Competitive pay with performance-based raises
- Health insurance, plus dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- HSA & FSA options
- Free telehealth services
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health, financial, legal support)
- CE opportunities with allowance
- Mentorship and Penn Foster CVT sponsorship opportunities
- Employee referral bonuses
- Employee pet care discount
- Uniform allowance
Pay
$20–$30/hour, based on experience and credentials.
Schedule
Flexible scheduling, including only 1 weekend per month rotation.