Veterinary Technician

VCA West Suburban Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional team! Why You’ll Love Working With Us Collaborative & Caring Team: Join a dedicated group of professionals who value mentorship, teamwork, and compassionate care. Our culture is rooted in support, inclusion, and doing what’s best for our patients and each other. High-Quality Medicine: Our hospital is fully equipped to support comprehensive patient care. Exotic Pet Experience: In addition to dogs and cats, we provide care for a variety of exotic pets—offering a unique opportunity to broaden your skills and experience. Client-Centered Philosophy: With over 60 years of service in the community, we’ve built a strong reputation for excellence and personalized veterinary care. We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients through education, empathy, and a commitment to our patients. Schedule: Full‑time opportunity with rotating Saturdays. About VCA At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world‑class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. The Opportunity As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an essential role in patient care and client experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys hands‑on nursing care, teamwork, and continuing to grow their skills in a supportive environment. What You’ll Do Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiographs Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian Collect laboratory samples and perform in‑house diagnostics Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and procedures Obtain patient histories and monitor hospitalized patients Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and at‑home care Maintain accurate and thorough medical records Support teammates in delivering exceptional patient and client care What We’re Looking For Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE Strong surgical and dental skills Comfortable working with canines, felines, exotic and pocket pets Total Rewards As a VCA Associate, eligible full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include: Compensation $21.00 – $26.00 / hour (pay range negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials) Health & Well‑being Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and sick time Paid parental leave Infertility and gender affirmation benefits Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra Health Financial wellness tools including Vault Professional Development Continuing Education allowance and PTO WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs Location: 518 N Warwick Ave, Westmont, IL 60559 We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com . #J-18808-Ljbffr