Job Description
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Pay: $19 - $24 per hour, depending on experience
Peoria Area Veterinary Group (PAVG) is a progressive network of three dynamic practices located in Peoria, Dunlap and Chillicothe. Our state-of-the-art facility offers innovative diagnostics and equipment including ultrasound, digital radiographs, electrocardiograms, and more, allowing opportunities to enhance your medical knowledge and further develop your skills as a veterinary professional. At PAVG, we pride ourselves on our welcoming environment where both pets and people feel valued and appreciated!
As a Certified Veterinary Technician at our hospital, you'll have the chance to showcase your expertise, collaborate closely with our veterinarians and elevate our medical standards. You'll serve as a vital patient advocate, delivering compassionate nursing care that encompasses a diverse range of your technical skills including diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, anesthesia and pain management, dental radiology, and prophylactic cleanings. There may be opportunities to work across our network of locations, further broadening your exposure to diverse caseload and procedures.
If you are passionate about animals and looking for a rewarding career in veterinary medicine where each day brings new opportunities to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Do:
- Assist veterinarians and technicians in providing medical treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
- Safely handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures
- Maintain accurate medical records and assist with client communication
- Provide compassionate care and support to clients
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and patient areas
- Continually advance your knowledge base and skill set
What We’re Looking For:
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with an active state license
- 2+ years of hands-on clinical experience preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- A positive attitude and commitment to providing excellent patient care
- Ability to work well in a team and handle stressful situations in a calm manner
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-changing environment
What We Offer:
- PTO inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
- 401K with company match
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans with multiple options
- Employer-paid Short-Term Disability
- Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
- Long-Term Disability option
- Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support
- Employee Discounts for Pet Care
- Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Programs
- Referral Bonus Program
- DailyPay on Demand
Peoria Area Veterinary Group is a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
