Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Certified Veterinary Technician

Position Details

Role: Certified Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure

Schedule: Four full workdays per week + rotating Saturdays (8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.)

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Do you get a little thrill from lancing a cat abscess, scaling dental tartar, or hitting the jugular on the first stick? You'll fit right in. Mueller Veterinary Services is a four-doctor, mixed-animal practice where high-quality medicine meets a supportive, down-to-earth team. We take our work seriouslybut not ourselves. Our Veterinary Technicians are trusted, highly utilized, and encouraged to use their full skillset every day.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Mueller Veterinary Services

A team that values authenticity, collaboration, and a good sense of humor

Hands-on experience in a mixed-animal setting

A supportive environment where learning and growth are encouraged

A culture where you're valued not just for your skillsbut for who you are

What You'll Do

Assist with surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring

Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and lab work

Conduct dental cleanings and radiology

Provide high-quality nursing care for small and large animal patients

Educate clients and build strong relationships

Maintain accurate and thorough medical records

Work collaboratively with veterinarians and teammates

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

Licensed (or eligible) Certified Veterinary Technician in Illinois

Strong technical skills, including anesthesia and dentistry

Confidence in patient handling (small and/or large animals)

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Positive attitude and willingness to jump in where needed

Commitment to continued learning and professional growth

A Few Things We Value

Supporting each other and working as a true team

Staying curious and continuing to grow

Bringing a positive, can-do attitude every day

Delivering great care while keeping things real and enjoyable

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance

401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program (full-time only)

Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)

Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)

Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets

Pet discounts on services and products

Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

State license reimbursement

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

Six paid holidays (full-time only)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a place where you can use your skills, keep learning, and actually enjoy coming to work, this might be your next move. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Mueller Veterinary Services and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.