Veterinary Technician Jobs

Spears Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 3 doctor general/small animal practice located just south of the city limits of Carbondale, Illinois, minutes away from Southern Illinois University campus. We emphasize client communication and compassionate care for our patients and their owners. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Wellness Services, Preventative Care, Urgent Care, General & Internal/External Medicine, Digital Full Body and Dental X-Ray, Full In-House Laboratory, In-House Pharmacy, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding, & more.

As for the perks of Carbondale, it is a unique and truly rare treasure in Illinois. Carbondale has become known as the “Eclipse Crossroads of America”, hosting its first total eclipse August 21, 2017, and hosting its future total eclipse on August 8, 2024. The proximity to schools and local businesses allows for an easy and quick commute. The area’s small-town values and many public and private schools, with Unity Point and Giant City grade schools topping the list, make it an ideal place to raise a family! It is also home to Southern Illinois University, home of the Salukis, which brings its many cultural and athletic activities to our area. Popular activities in the area include hiking, fishing, boating, waterskiing, and swimming. It is a nature wonderland, with Giant City State Park and Shawnee National Forest’s miles of hiking trails, lakes, and waterways just a hop and a skip away. The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail boasts 12 vineyards in scenic settings, with many bed & breakfasts and cabin accommodations to choose from. We have a thriving small theatre community as well, both at the university and community level. Carbondale’s population is an eclectic mix of people that are warm, friendly, and laid-back, adding yet more to the charm of Carbondale. Carbondale is truly a wonderful place to live, with the ability to truly enjoy a healthy work-life balance.

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Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We’re looking for:

• Weekend availability
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• A minimum of 1-year experience preferred, CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner

We offer our staff:

• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Competitive Compensation
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Tuition Assistance Program

• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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