Certified Veterinary Technician
Chessie Lane Animal Hospital · Ottawa, Illinois, United States
Posted 14 days ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 14 days Chessie Lane Animal Hospital 's roles stay open a median of 15 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 25% of Chessie Lane Animal Hospital 's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Chessie Lane Animal Hospital
- low 0 stale, 0 reposted of 4 open
- Hiring momentum
- 10 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Chessie Lane Animal Hospital 's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Chessie Lane Animal Hospital .
About this role
As a Certified Veterinary Technician, you will provide exceptional nursing care for animals, monitor anesthesia, assist in surgical and dental procedures, and educate pet owners about their pets' health. Your daily tasks will include collecting lab samples, administering medications, maintaining medical records, and ensuring a smooth workflow in a collaborative and supportive environment. This role emphasizes teamwork and patient care, making a real difference in the lives of pets and their families.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Chessie Lane Animal Hospital as an employer.
What you need
- Graduation from an accredited Veterinary Technician program (Associate Degree)
- Current CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials (or be eligible for licensing)
- Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)
- Experience in a veterinary hospital
- Strong technical skills and confidence handling patients of all sizes
- Excellent communication skills with both clients and teammates
Nice to have
- Experience in general practice, ER, or specialty veterinary settings
What you get
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package starting DAY ONE
- CE allowance and license renewal stipend
- Supportive leadership team that values your ideas and skills
- Collaborative environment
- Opportunity to use your technician skills to their fullest
Worth weighing
- No specific salary listed
- Fast-paced environment may be challenging for some
- Emphasis on teamwork means you must be willing to jump in and help wherever needed
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Listed by Chessie Lane Animal Hospital on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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