VCA Woodstock is expanding their team and are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician !

Who We Are:

VCA Woodstock Veterinary Clinic has been serving the Woodstock community since 1940. Our mission is to provide compassionate veterinary care to help ensure a long, healthy, and happy life for our patients. So how do we accomplish this? With our dedicated, compassionate team!

We have a board-certified internal medicine specialist, two DVM’s, as well as 15+ support staff members. We are a full-service facility offering Emergency care, Hospitalization, Boarding and Preventative/Routine medical care. In addition to our general Veterinary services, we offer advanced services such as ultrasound and advanced soft tissue surgeries.

Why We Want You!

As a part of the VCA Woodstock team, your role will be to support the Technicians and Doctors by creating a positive and low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission is to gain the trust and confidence of every pet parent by providing an exceptional client experience, which will enable us to deliver exceptional care to every patient.

The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:

• Assist veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals for various medical conditions.

• Perform various medical procedures such as vaccinations, dental cleanings, and surgical assistance.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.

• Conduct laboratory tests and analyze results to aid in the diagnosis of illnesses.

• Monitor anesthesia during surgeries and assist in recovery procedures.

• Educate pet owners on proper animal care, nutrition, and medication administration.

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for all patients.

• Provide compassionate and gentle handling of animals to minimize stress and ensure their well-being.

• Assist in the maintenance of veterinary equipment and supplies.

• Collaborate with the veterinary team to ensure the highest standards of patient care and customer service.

• Participate in continuing education and training to stay updated on the latest advancements in veterinary medicine.

• Plus more!

Schedule: Full-time with flexible scheduling

Why Join the VCA Woodstock Team?

We believe our technician and front desk team are an integral part of our hospital's client and patient experience, which is why our leadership team supports our staff's growth and believes in a work-life balance. We make it a priority to support our technical staff with monthly roundtables, educational events, and leadership opportunities.

Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with employer match.

• life, long and short-term disability insurance, company paid.

-Paid parental leave.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Continuing education opportunities with financial assistance and license reimbursement.

• Employee discounts on veterinary services and products.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

• Referral bonuses

• Free mental health sessions and wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health sessions)

Address : 691 Lake Avenue, Woodstock, IL, 60098

Website: https://vcahospitals.com/woodstock-vet/hospital

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you!

If you are a current associate, you will 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