VCA Naper Ridge Animal Hospital has the opportunity to add a Certified Veterinary Technician to our team as we continue to provide optimal care and support to pets and their parents in our community.

About Us:

VCA Naper Ridge Animal Hospital has been a longstanding member of the Naperville community, practicing innovative medicine. We are an AAHA accredited hospital, with a commitment to providing individualized care that our patient’s deserve.

We are a full-service facility offering Preventative/Routine medical care, grooming, at home veterinary care, diagnostic testing, surgical and dental services. The investment in your education will pay off in this position as you fully utilize all of the knowledge and technical skills that you worked so hard to obtain.

Compensation: Pay range is $ 21 - 25 / hr and determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities available.

Schedule: Full- time opportunity, 4 x 10 hour shifts. Not looking for full-time hours, we’re happy to discuss part-time options as well!

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care: Provide high-quality nursing care to patients, including administering treatments, medications, and monitoring their recovery.Anesthesia and Surgery: Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures, including anesthesia induction, monitoring, and post-operative care.Diagnostics: Perform diagnostic tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and radiographs, ensuring accurate results and timely processing.Client Education: Engage with clients to provide clear communication on their pets’ health, treatment plans, and preventive care.Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for each patient.Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor junior staff and help foster a collaborative, positive work environment. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow your leadership skills and potentially lead teams or projects.Technician Utilization: Play a pivotal role in all areas of patient care, from routine exams to critical care cases, ensuring your technical skills are fully utilized.Plus more!

Benefits of joining the VCA Team! 

We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityLeadership opportunitiesCareer development programsOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesContinuing education allowanceTuition support and sponsorshipsVeterinary Technician license reimbursementFree mental health sessions and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesCompetitive wageMedical, dental & vision insuranceGenerous pet care discountsLife, long and short-term disability insurancePaid parental leavePaid vacation (2 weeks in 1st year), sick time, and holiday pay401(k) (company match)

Location: 987 Maplefield Road, Naperville, IL 60565

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