Veterinary Technician at Cedar Way Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary Technician at Cedar Way Veterinary Clinic

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Cedar Way Veterinary Clinic is a two‑doctor, dog‑and‑cat focused practice located in New Lenox, IL, offering small animal veterinary care. The practice values wisdom, humanity, love, and empathy, supported by a team of technicians, assistants, and receptionists. The clinic has earned awards including the Southwest Choice Award, Southland’s Best Award, and Lincoln‑Way Reader’s Choice Award.

The Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in‑house laboratory work, educates clients, and assists with surgical procedures. Previous veterinary experience is required; credentialed technicians are preferred.

Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat: 9 AM – 1 PM
Sun:
Closed

USD 18.00 – 19.00 per hour

• Patience & Compassion:
  Remaining professional while making teammates, clients, and patients comfortable.
• Collaboration & Teamwork:
  Coordinating with veterinarians and the team efficiently.
• Communicating:
  Conveying instructions to clients and teammates.
• Active Listening:
  Following veterinarian and owner instructions.
• Organization
  
  Skills:
  
  Tracking lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, and workflow.
• Client Satisfaction:
  Ensuring high client satisfaction.

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in‑hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep public areas clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy, and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; over 25 pounds requires assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

• Paid time off
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee discount

Entry level

Part‑time