Veterinary Technician, General Practice, Surgery and Emergency Care

Job overview

The Veterinary Technician role is onsite in Glen Carbon, IL, at a full-service animal hospital with two satellite clinics in the Metro East region. Compensation is not specified; the posting says pay is competitive and based on credentials, experience, and specialty skills. The team provides general practice, surgery, emergency, and urgent care. The technician supports veterinarians in examinations, procedures, surgery, and patient care, while helping deliver diagnostic, emergency, and client-education services. The role contributes to coordinated care across the hospital’s clinical services and satellite locations.

What you'll do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, procedures, and surgeries
• administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• collect and process lab samples, including blood draws, urinalysis, and cytology
• monitor anesthesia and provide preoperative care
• operate radiography and ultrasound equipment
• triage and assist with emergency and urgent care cases
• assist with dental procedures and prophylaxis
• educate clients about care plans and home instructions
• maintain accurate medical records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary technician

glen carbon il

full-service animal hospital

general practice

surgery

emergency care

urgent care

cvt

lvt

rvt

anesthesia monitoring

radiography

ultrasound

new graduates encouraged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and professional coverage
• generous PTO
• flexible scheduling.

Why this role

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) strongly preferred; associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and Illinois licensure or eligibility are listed. New graduates from accredited programs are encouraged to apply. Schedule options include rotating shifts at the main hospital or a balanced work week at satellite locations; satellite locations have no weekends.

About the employer

Candidate Consult Co. is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.