Veterinary Technician

About us

Veterinary Specialty Center

About us

Veterinary Specialty Center is guided by the belief that companion animals deserve state-of-the-art medical care in a kind and comforting environment. The courage of our patients, the loyalty of their human families, and the devotion of our referral veterinarians inspire our vision. It is sustained by the contributions of our compassionate, knowledgeable and dedicated staff and built upon a tradition of providing unsurpassed healthcare for animals.

We invest in the success of our staff
Our team includes some of the brightest talents in the veterinary field and are motivated by collaboration and lifelong learning. As Veterinary Specialty Center grows, we provide opportunities for development among our staff, fostering a shared sense of pride and ownership in our practice.

Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT, and non-certified accepted)

If you are an amazing Vet Tech who wants to make great money working for one of the largest privately owned, single location veterinary hospital in the country, keep reading.

Benefits:
Generous Salary
$2,000/yr Towards Your Student Loans Until Paid Off
Student Loan Repayment Program (we make sizable, non-taxable contributions towards your student loans)
Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) mentorship and sponsorship support
Freedom, Autonomy, and Input Into Patient Care and Treatment Plans
Multiple Free CE Opportunities and CE Allowance
Employee Volunteer Program (we pay you to volunteer)
Financial Hardship Loans (we help when you need it most)
Quarterly Employee Social Events (bowling, zoo, baseball game, fall festival, etc.)
On-site Bistro (fresh salads, sandwiches, snacks, drinks, and incidentals)
Holiday Pay
Overtime Opportunities
Employee Referral Bonuses
401k Match Up to 6% (unheard of in the veterinary industry)
Health Insurance (domestic partnerships included)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Free Telehealth Services
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Free Pet Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
License Fee Reimbursement
Free Employee Assistance Program (financial, legal, and mental health services)
Free Scrubs/uniform

Please note: Starting wage may be higher than listed depending on your experience.

Veterinary Specialty Center will be the largest single-location, privately-owned veterinary hospital in the country by 2022.

Positions may be available in:
Emergency and Critical Care

Join the fastest growing veterinary hospital and work alongside the most incredible team you could imagine; working side by side to provide unsurpassed patient care that is second to none. Veterinary Specialty Center was founded almost 50 years ago and has continued to be the industry leader in providing cutting edge medicine in a kind and comforting environment.

Our hospital is a VECCS Level I facility and is one of only a few practices in the world to achieve Trauma Center Certification through ACVECC's Veterinary Committee on Trauma (VetCOT). We also believe in reinvesting in our team and referral community by offering the largest annual all-day free CE event in the midwest on the topics that matter most. Additionally, we uniquely offer high-flow oxygen therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, hemodialysis, plasmapheresis, apheresis, brand new imaging modalities, and immunotherapy.

Veterinary Specialty Center provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status.
Women-led organization
Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups
LGBTQ+ friendly workplace
Age-inclusive
Diversity and inclusion training or programs
Paid time off

Veterinary Specialty Center provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status
Women-led organization
Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups
LGBTQ+ friendly workplace
Age-inclusive
Diversity and inclusion training or programs
Paid time off'

'Work Location: One location

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overnight shift
Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):
Why do you think you would be a good fit for Veterinary Specialty Center?
What are your greatest strengths?
What are your greatest weaknesses?
Tell us about a difficult work situation and how you overcame it.
Were you referred by an employee of Veterinary Specialty Center?
What is your desired salary?
What is your availability? Fulltime, part-time, or either?

Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, LVT or RVT) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person