Certified Veterinary Technician

Description

Certified Veterinary Technician Grace Veterinary Clinic Chatham, IL  Full-time: 35-40 hours/week, NO weekends/on-call | 7:15a-5:30p Compensation : $20-23/hr--based on experience Who we are Grace Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a small animal practice treating both cats and dogs. We are a 2-doctor practice and are very fast-paced. Our work environment is a positive one and we take pride in cultivating relationships with both our clients and their pets. Superior customer service as well as going above and beyond for our clients is key to our practice's success. We are in search of candidates who are interested in joining a team that is respectful, productive, and welcoming! 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. Grace Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or an experienced veterinary assistant to join the team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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

Benefits – our care in action We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits for  full-time employees include:

• Compensation- $16-23/hr--based on experience
• ​​​​​​ 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.