Certified Veterinary Technician

*Woodford County Veterinary Clinic is part of Central Illinois Veterinary Associates (CIVA), an independent, veterinarian-owned practice group with seven locations across Central Illinois.*

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Veterinary Assistant

Woodford County Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Technician to join our team.

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with both animals and people in a busy veterinary environment. Our Veterinary Assistants work closely with our doctors and fellow team members to provide excellent patient care, support efficient appointments and procedures, and help create a positive experience for our clients.

The ideal candidate will also be flexible and willing to split time between Woodford County Veterinary Clinic in El Paso and Wenona VetCare in Wenona as needed.

Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or animal care setting is required. Candidates should be comfortable working with animals and have a basic understanding of veterinary practices. We also value candidates who are dependable, eager to learn, able to multitask, and comfortable working as part of a fast-paced team.

Duties May Include

* Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and medical procedures.
* Safely restrain and handle animals while prioritizing patient and staff safety.
* Prepare patients, exam rooms, treatment areas, and supplies for appointments and procedures.
* Assist with laboratory sample collection, testing, and processing.
* Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments under veterinarian supervision and according to training.
* Assist with catheter placement, IV setup, and other technical procedures as trained and permitted.
* Monitor hospitalized or recovering patients and communicate changes to the veterinary team.
* Maintain accurate patient records and document treatments and medications.
* Clean and disinfect exam rooms, treatment areas, kennels, equipment, and other clinical spaces.
* Assist with client communication, appointment flow, and check-in/check-out as needed.
* Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient clinic environment.
* Provide compassionate handling and care for dogs, cats, and other patients seen by the practice.

Preferred Experience & Skills

Candidates with experience in animal restraint, veterinary terminology, medication administration, laboratory procedures, patient care, or client communication are especially encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a genuine commitment to providing compassionate care. The flexibility to work at both our El Paso and Wenona locations based on scheduling and clinic needs is strongly desired.

Woodford County Veterinary Clinic offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced veterinary team while continuing to develop your skills in a supportive, veterinarian-owned practice.

*Our veterinary team currently includes Dr. Max Huschen, Dr. Charlie McCully, Dr. Amber Detwiler, and Dr. Bernard “Bernie” Bleem.*

Benefits:

* Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Please send resumes to the following contact:

* Stephanie Littlejohn HR Coordinator:


Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person