Veterinary Technician - Surgery

National Veterinary Associates

FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22–$24 Per Hour
SKILLS
Anesthesiology, Animal Care, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, High School Diploma, Hospital, Life Insurance, Medical Records, Medicine, Mentoring, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Radiography, Record Keeping, Regulations, Surgical Procedures, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Ultrasound, Veterinary Hospital, Veterinary Medicine, Vision Plan
LOCATION
FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Description Location: South Loop, Chicago, IL Schedule: Monday-Friday with weekend availability required Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour Job Type: Full‑Time On‑Site

About Our Hospital We are a 5‑doctor AAHA‑accredited full‑service veterinary hospital located in the South Loop. Our modern state‑of‑the‑art facility includes:

  • Fully equipped surgical suite
  • In‑house diagnostic laboratory
  • Digital radiography and ultrasonography

Commitment to high‑quality medicine and patient care. Learn more about us at https://www.burnhamparkvet.com

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and skilled Veterinary Technician with a minimum of 2 years of clinical and surgical experience to join our supportive and collaborative team. The ideal candidate is team‑oriented, detail‑driven, and passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities

  • Perform daily technician duties including:
  • Venipuncture
  • Animal restraint
  • Capturing radiographs
  • In‑house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record keeping
  • Client communication and education
  • Assist with surgical procedures including:
  • Anesthetic induction and intubation
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Dental prophylaxis preferred

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience required
  • Surgical and anesthesia experience strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with AviMark is a plus
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Growth & Development We support continued learning and offer additional training opportunities for technicians who demonstrate foundational skills and a desire to grow professionally.

Benefits Full‑time employees are eligible for:

  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Employee pet discounts
  • 401k
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA were on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all.

At NVA were committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Heres what to expect when interacting with us:

  • Well always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in nva.com
  • All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
  • There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com.

Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off including sick time for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorados Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant including those with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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