Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital
Veterinary Technician
Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital, Collinsville, Illinois, United States, 62234
Overview
Veterinary Technician - Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital Full-time • Collinsville, IL Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital is looking for a veterinary technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.
About You As a veterinary technician, you\'ll play an important role in pets\' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to surgery assistance, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.
Experience & Skills Requirements
Veterinary technician licensure preferred, not required
1-2 years of clinical experience highly preferred
Must have surgical, anesthesia and dental experience.
An associate or bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Role Responsibilities
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state\'s Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
About the Hospital At Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital we are a close team who believes in helping each other and supporting each other regardless of title or position. We promote an emotionally intelligent work environment. We strive to promote a positive work/life balance and invest heavily in our employees. We provide time for continuing education for ALL positions, as well as educational opportunities in the clinic for our staff to continue to learn and grow. We believe in going above and beyond to help our clients and maintain the small clinic feel while having the support and benefits of being a part of a large network of hospitals through our parent company, Thrive Pet Healthcare.
Benefits Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
Personalized care for every family-forming journey
Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan management tools and assistance
Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers. We listen to your needs and then meet them. Through training and free CE experiences, your career development can flourish. And in our locally rooted, nationally connected community, you’ll be able to make connections, access opportunities and find support with ease.
You’ll Thrive With Us At Thrive, you have the opportunity to develop your career in a way that best suits you. Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU; live, virtual interactive workshops; leadership training; scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement; opportunities to move across specialties and locations; and leadership training for a thriving career.
Compensation Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience -- pay band starting at $20/hr. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive\'s extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities. We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support. Thrive Pet Healthcare is committed to creating a culture where everyone can be heard, respected, and valued.
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Veterinary Technician - Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital Full-time • Collinsville, IL Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital is looking for a veterinary technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.
About You As a veterinary technician, you\'ll play an important role in pets\' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to surgery assistance, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.
Experience & Skills Requirements
Veterinary technician licensure preferred, not required
1-2 years of clinical experience highly preferred
Must have surgical, anesthesia and dental experience.
An associate or bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Role Responsibilities
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state\'s Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
About the Hospital At Horseshoe Lake Animal Hospital we are a close team who believes in helping each other and supporting each other regardless of title or position. We promote an emotionally intelligent work environment. We strive to promote a positive work/life balance and invest heavily in our employees. We provide time for continuing education for ALL positions, as well as educational opportunities in the clinic for our staff to continue to learn and grow. We believe in going above and beyond to help our clients and maintain the small clinic feel while having the support and benefits of being a part of a large network of hospitals through our parent company, Thrive Pet Healthcare.
Benefits Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
Personalized care for every family-forming journey
Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan management tools and assistance
Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers. We listen to your needs and then meet them. Through training and free CE experiences, your career development can flourish. And in our locally rooted, nationally connected community, you’ll be able to make connections, access opportunities and find support with ease.
You’ll Thrive With Us At Thrive, you have the opportunity to develop your career in a way that best suits you. Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU; live, virtual interactive workshops; leadership training; scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement; opportunities to move across specialties and locations; and leadership training for a thriving career.
Compensation Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience -- pay band starting at $20/hr. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive\'s extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities. We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support. Thrive Pet Healthcare is committed to creating a culture where everyone can be heard, respected, and valued.
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