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Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health, Crete, Illinois, United States, 60417

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Overview Plum Creek Regional Animal Medical Center is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced 3 doctor small animal practice with an outpatient clinic. Plum Creek offers services including Wellness and Preventive Care, Illness and Urgent Care, Surgery, Endoscopy, Acupuncture, Dentistry, Cold Therapy Laser, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, Ultrasonography, Boarding, Grooming, and more. We are AAHA-Certified.

We are located east of Crete, Illinois near the Indiana border with an outpatient clinic in Dyer, Indiana. Our shared records between locations support variety and collaboration. The proximity to Chicago and Northwest Indiana allows for an easy commute and a balanced lifestyle.

We strive for a healthy and active work-life balance.

To learn more about us, learn more about us here in the company information section.

Job duties Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, and 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.

Opportunities for training and continuing development through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training.

Qualifications

An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.

Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator

Must be able to properly restrain pets.

Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!

Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

We offer our staff

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)

Tuition Assistance Program

Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program for most positions!

Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer. For additional details including physical requirements of the job and more, please contact our recruitment team.

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