Lead Certified Veterinary Technician

At Companion Oak Park, we are united by a singular focus: delivering exceptional small animal care to the Chicago community. We are proud to hold AAHA accreditation, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards of veterinary excellence. This commitment is consistently recognized by our clients, demonstrated by our excellent Google rating of 4.7 stars. If you are a passionate professional looking to join a respected practice where you can truly do your best work every day, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Joining Companion Oak Park means becoming part of a network that actively invests in your professional growth. We understand that excellent patient care starts with empowered teammates. We offer the structure and support necessary for every professional to succeed. You will find programs in place designed to help you achieve your career aspirations, whether that involves becoming a credentialed technician, moving into a leadership role, or expanding your clinical expertise through ongoing education.

We make sure our teammates have the resources needed to reach their full potential. The quality of medicine you practice here is paramount. As a dedicated small animal practice, we focus on providing comprehensive, up-to-date veterinary care. Our network ensures that our veterinarians are never practicing in isolation, giving you direct access to internal specialty consultations to optimize complex case management.

This robust support structure allows you to continuously elevate the level of patient care we offer, focusing on evidence-based diagnostics and treatments within an encouraging clinical environment. Your professional life at Companion Oak Park is perfectly balanced by the dynamic lifestyle afforded by Chicago, Illinois. Beyond the hospital, you step into one of the nation’s most vibrant cultural and metropolitan centers.

Chicago offers world-class dining, historic architecture, and diverse neighborhood experiences, ensuring that whatever your personal interests are, you will find plenty of opportunities outside of work. This is a unique chance to build a meaningful career while enjoying life in a truly major global city.

Job Description

Signing AND Retention BONUS
: $500 sign on & $2,000 1 year retention.

Ideal schedule
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Rotating Saturday and dedicated weekday off. Sample: M 8a-5p, Tues & Thursday 8a-7p, Fri/Sat rotate 8a-4p.

The Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician provides skilled medical care under the direction of a veterinarian while supporting hospital operations through oversight of the technical team. This role serves as a vital point of contact for our medical support staff, helping to ensure high-quality patient care, efficient workflows, and the consistent application of medical protocols. As a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will provide mentorship, guidance, and technical leadership to your teammates while fostering a collaborative and supportive hospital culture.

Note:

The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

• Technical Leadership: Deliver high-quality patient care under DVM supervision, utilizing advanced technical skills across nursing, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and dentistry.
• Team Mentorship: Act as a shift leader and mentor, providing real-time coaching, technical development, and onboarding support to veterinary technicians and assistants.
• Operational Partnership: Collaborate with hospital leadership to coordinate workflows, assign tasks, and implement protocols that improve hospital efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Client
  
  Education:
  
  Serve as a trusted point of contact for pet owners, clearly communicating treatment plans, reviewing medical records, and empowering clients to make informed healthcare decisions.
• Inventory & Equipment Care: Oversee the…