Veterinary Technician | Full-Service & Emergency Animal Hospital | Greater St. Louis Area

Job Description

Job Description

This Southern Illinois organization is the most respected privately owned animal hospital - and is looking for exceptional veterinary technicians to join the team. Founded over 40 years ago and still led by the same veterinarian owner, this is a full-service hospital with general practice, surgery, emergency, and urgent care at the main location and two satellite clinics serving the Metro East region. Our vet techs are not support staff - they are the backbone of animal care. If you are a credentialed technician looking for a team that values your skills, offers real schedule flexibility, and operates with a culture of genuine collaboration, this is your next opportunity.

Position Highlights

• Privately owned, non-corporate setting - autonomy matters here

• Competitive compensation based on experience, certifications, and specialty skills

• Schedule flexibility: rotating shifts at the main hospital or balanced work week at satellite locations

• No weekends at satellite locations

• Offering a great overall package with benefits

Practice Environment

• Full-service main hospital: general practice, surgery, emergency, and urgent care - 24/7 operations

• Two satellite locations focused on general practice and wellness, Monday through Friday

• Team of 11 veterinarians and approximately 94 total staff

• More than 100 years of combined veterinary experience across the team

• Privately owned and independently operated for over 40 years

• Collaborative, team-first culture with experienced mentors around you every day

Opportunity Details

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, procedures, and surgeries

• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed

• Collect and process lab samples including blood draws, urinalysis, and cytology

• Monitor anesthesia and provide preoperative patient care

• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment including radiography and ultrasound

• Triage and assist with emergency and urgent care cases

• Assist with dental procedures and prophylaxis

• Educate and communicate with clients about care plans and home instructions

• Maintain accurate and complete medical records

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay based on credentials, experience, and specialty skills

• W2 full-time employment with full benefits package

• Health, dental, vision, and professional coverage included

• Generous PTO with flexibility built into scheduling

Candidate Requirements

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician - CVT, LVT, or RVT - strongly preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois

• Experience in general practice, emergency, or surgical settings a plus

• Proficient in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, radiology, and patient care

• New graduates from accredited programs encouraged to apply

• Strong communicator with a team-first, patient-centered approach

Why Southern Illinois?

The Glen Carbon and Edwardsville area offers something increasingly rare - a genuine quality of life. Top-rated school systems, wide-open land with room for your animals, and a real community where people know their neighbors. The cost of living is low, which means your paycheck goes significantly further here than in most cities. St. Louis and all it offers - dining, sports, arts, culture - is just minutes away. St. Louis Lambert International Airport makes travel easy. This is the kind of place that feels like home the moment you arrive.

Interested? Let's Connect!

Contact us today to learn more about schedule options, compensation, or what life looks like on this amazing team. Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

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