Certified Veterinary Technician

Overview Grace Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician for a full-time position in Chatham, IL. We are a small animal practice treating both cats and dogs. We are a 2-doctor practice with a fast-paced environment. Our work culture emphasizes positive client and pet relationships and superior customer service. Grace Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or an experienced veterinary assistant to join the team. Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care. Responsibilities Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow. Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians. Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. Experience & Skill Requirements Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) or CVT eligible or experienced veterinary assistant 1-2 years of clinical experience highly preferred Great communication and customer service skills Team player Compensation & Schedule Full-time: 35-40 hours/week, NO weekends/on-call | 7:15a-5:30p Compensation: $20-23/hr—based on experience Benefits Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period for enrollment Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr