Certified Veterinary Technician

Certified Veterinary Technician

Thrive Oak Lawn

Location: Oak Lawn, IL, 60453

Time Type: Part-Time

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Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Thrive Oak Lawn

Part-time

Schedule-weekday availability 9a-3p, rotational Saturday (1 or 2 per month) 8a-3p/6p

Compensation: $18-20/hr

Who we are

At Thrive Pet Healthcare - Oak Lawn, we offer primary care services for cats and dogs in the southern suburbs of Chicago, IL. We provide wellness and preventive care, surgery, vaccines, and diagnostics testing

We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced veterinary assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

Role Responsibilities:

• 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
• 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 & Skills Requirements:

• Certified Veterinary Technician-CVT, CVT eligible, CVT student preferred; experienced veterinary assistants encouraged to apply
• 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred
• Great communication and customer service skills
• Team player
• Flexible schedule

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.

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