Veterinary Technician

Address: 1170 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035 VCA Cairo Animal Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician who is passionate

about:

veterinary medicine and wants to continue growing their

skills:

alongside a supportive team.

• Schedule: Full- time

opportunity:

and 8- to 10-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays.

Compensation:

$ 18.50 - 25/hr and the starting range for technicians is determined by license, skill set, and years of

experience:

in the field.

What You:

’ll Do (Day-to-Day

Responsibilities:

): Assist in surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and post-op recovery Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the DVM Collect samples and perform in-house laboratory diagnostics Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and home care Maintain accurate patient medical records Plus more!

About:

VCA Cairo Animal Hospital: VCA Cairo Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Highland Park, Illinois. Our professional and courteous staff seeks to provide the best possible medical, surgical, hospital and dental care for our highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, senior wellness care and health-related

education:

al opportunities for our clients

Benefits:

of Joining VCA Team: Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility

benefits:

Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

Education:

Continuing

Education:

(CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses. Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next. Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions. Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s. Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs. Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary. Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs. Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. Ready to join a team that values your

skills:

, supports your growth, and makes every day rewarding? If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits:

We offer:

competitive

compensation:

along with a comprehensive

benefits:

package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position

description:

indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,

responsibilities:

, and

qualifications:

required of associates assigned to this job.

• Management reserves the right to revise the job

description:

or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal

Opportunity:

Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities.

From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow.

Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Join us.