You didn’t earn your credentials to be just another pair of hands. At Anderson Humane, your expertise is valued and essential to the care we provide every day. We’re looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) who wants to put their skills to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where quality care and compassion go hand in hand. This position is structured in compliance with Illinois law, including Illinois HB 3360.
What You’ll Do
- Handle and provide care with confidence using Fear Free methods (training provided).
- Perform blood draws, catheter placement, and administer SQ/IM/IV injections.
- Calculate dosages and administer medications and vaccines.
- Lead anesthesia support including induction, intubation, and surgical monitoring.
- Assist in exams and treatment planning.
- Maintain detailed, accurate medical records with timely entry into database.
- Respond to client and team requests with professionalism and efficiency.
What You Bring
- Current Illinois CVT, LVT, or RVT credentials required.
- Availability: weekdays (morning, afternoon, evenings), as well as nights, weekends, and non-standard hours as needed.
- Strong technical and clinical skills.
- Exemplary client service and communication skills appropriate to audience.
- Adaptive to changing priorities and multi-tasking.
- Ability to stay calm, focused, and effective in a fast-paced environment.
- Confidence working with animals of varying temperaments and medical needs.
- Driven by purpose and aligned with our mission.
What to Expect
- A flexible schedule.
- Physically active work throughout the day.
- Exposure to a wide variety of medical and behavioral cases.
- A dynamic and supportive team environment.
What you’ll love
- Compensation range: $22 – $28 per hour commensurate with professional experience.
- Paid Time Off hours.
- Healthcare insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- Short Term Disability.
- Voluntary Life/AD&D.
- 401(k) program.
- Employee Adoption Discount.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Your contributions matter. Anderson Humane’s Certified Veterinary Technician Job Description
