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Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals • Full-time • Kankakee, IL, US • $23 / hour • 14h ago

Veterinary Technicianat VCA County West Animal Hospital

Schedule:Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts

About Our Hospital

VCA County West Animal Hospital is a 3-doctor practice providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education

About VCA

At VCA,we’repassionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With hospitals nationwide, we combine advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach.

As part of Mars Veterinary Health,we’recommitted to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Role

As aCredentialed Veterinary Technician,you’llplay a key role in delivering high-quality patient care.You’llwork closely with our veterinarians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through theirpet’scare with confidence and compassion.

WhatYou’llDo

Assistwith surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery

Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs

Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments

Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics

Place catheters and support patient treatments

Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up

WhatWe’reLooking For

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE

Strong technical and clinical skills

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to high-quality patient care

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts

Compensation: Pay range is $21 - 23/hr and negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge,abilitiesand other relevant credentials. 

Total Rewards

Asa VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package,including:

Mental Health:Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.

Full Healthcare:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.

Paid Time Off:Paid vacation,sick, parental, and bereavement leave.

Financial Support:100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.

Protection:Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

Education:Continuing Education (CE) allowanceand PTOfor credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.

Latest Tech & Innovation:Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.

Sponsorships:Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

Discounts:Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along withVETGirland VIN subscriptions.

Freebies:Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.

Programs:Leadership development and mentorship programs.

Retirement:401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

Pet Care Perks:Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

Legal Resources:Access to legal resources for common legal services.

Transfer Opportunities:Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Apply Today: Ifyou’relooking to grow your career and fullyutilizeyour technical skills in a supportive environment,we’dlove to connect with you.

Location: 1709 W Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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