Veterinary Technician

Job Description:

Northgate Small Animal Hospital, located in Collinsville IL, is a well-established, full-service hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. We have been serving the community since 1916 and have amazing support from the community. We pride ourselves on having a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other. We hold ourselves to high standards and are proud to be an AAHA Accredited Facility. We currently have 4 full-time DVMS, two of which see exotics, and are open 7:30am - 6:00pm Mon-Fri as well as 7:30am - 2:00pm every Saturday. 

What to Expect:

· A great learning environment! Our team of technicians enjoy having the opportunity to mentor and guide new employees regarding hospital protocols and patient care. They work hard to support and encourage each other.

· Cross Training. We attempt to cross-train employees in all areas of the hospital to ensure variety in your work week and skillset.

· Fear Free Handling. We are working on becoming a Fear Free hospital, to ensure we are providing a positive experience to our patients.

· Quality Medicine. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.

· Flexible work schedule – Full-Time hours, all employees work rotating Saturdays, CLOSED on major holidays.

Veterinary Technician Requirements:

· Previous Veterinary Experience with references (ideally over 2 years)

· Proficiency in surgical monitoring/knowledge of patient vitals is a huge plus

· Must be able to effectively draw blood, place catheters, and triage patients

· Safely restrain patients for various types of treatments and procedures

· A passion for patient care -- our patients come first

· Strong communication, among coworkers and with clients

· Adaptable to the demands of the day

· Ability to work efficiently, and remain calm during stressful situations.

· Ability to multi-task, remain focused, and follow through with responsibilities

· Ability to safely physically restrain, lift, and carry patients up to 40-50lbs

· Positive attitude and team player personality

· Passion for growth and development, open to accepting feedback

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision

CE Allowance (for Licensed Technicians)

Employee Pet Discount

Paid Time Off

401k

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.northgatesmallanimalhospital.com/

Work Remotely

• No

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care and support during examinations and treatments.
• Assist veterinarians with procedures, including animal catheterization and restraint.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding care instructions and treatment plans.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the clinic, including kennel management.
• Stay updated on veterinary terminology and animal physiology to enhance care quality.