Experienced Vet Technicians Wanted for Independent Practice

Looking for a place where your skills matter, your voice is valued, and your work truly makes a difference?

PetVets Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician, CVT, or RVT to join our exceptional team.

We are a progressive, fast-paced six-doctor hospital in Oak Park, just minutes from Chicago and only 8.4 miles from Downtown Chicago. PetVets is a well-established, highly respected practice with an impressive facility, excellent clientele, and a strong, people-centered culture. We have built something special here: a hospital that offers advanced medicine, a high standard of care, and genuine support for the people who make it all possible.

We are large enough to offer opportunity, resources, technology, and growth — yet personal enough to value our team in ways many larger organizations simply cannot. At PetVets, people are at the heart of what we do. We believe great veterinary care begins with a team that feels respected, supported, and inspired.

We are looking for someone who is skilled, compassionate, dependable, and motivated — someone who wants to practice meaningful medicine, contribute to a strong team, and help foster the human-animal bond every day.

About our hospital

PetVets Animal Hospital is an expanding hospital offering advanced, state-of-the-art care, including:

• Laser therapy
• Laser surgery
• Rehabilitation therapy
• Internal medicine
• Digital radiology
• Ultrasonography
• Behavioral medicine
• Fear Free-certified handling and care
• And more

Responsibilities include:

• Effective communication with clients, doctors, and fellow team members
• Assisting with surgery and surgical equipment
• Fear Free animal handling and restraint
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Performing radiographs
• Administering medications and monitoring hospitalized patients
• Vaccinating patients
• Bandage application and bandage changes
• Laser treatments
• Preparing prescriptions
• Performing in-house laboratory work, urinalysis, and microscopy
• Client education and communication

The ideal candidate

• Brings strong technical skills and sound judgment
• Works well in a fast-paced environment
• Values teamwork, accountability, and communication
• Takes pride in high-quality patient care
• Understands the importance of both medicine and compassion
• Wants to continue learning and growing in a supportive hospital

Qualifications

• Licensed CVTs/RVTs should have at least 1 year of hospital experience
• Unlicensed veterinary technicians with 5 years of experience will also be considered

What we offer

This is a full-time position with excellent salary and benefits, including:

• Competitive salary DOE and negotiable
• Matching 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid CE and CE time
• Paid licensing and professional fees
• Paid lunch breaks
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Employee pet perks and discounts
• Additional staff perks
• Real opportunity for professional and personal growth

Why PetVets?

Because this role is more than task-based support work. Veterinary technicians are vital medical professionals. They are advocates, educators, caregivers, and an essential part of exceptional patient care.

At PetVets, we recognize that. We value skill, heart, initiative, and dedication. We are proud of the culture we have built and are excited to welcome another outstanding technician to our team.

If you are looking for a hospital where you can do meaningful work, continue to grow, and be part of something truly special, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume to apply. Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience.

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $26