Certified Veterinary Technician

Glendale Animal Hospital is committed to excellence in small animal care, and we invite you to join our highly respected team in Glendale Heights, IL. We are proud to be AAHA Accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards of veterinary practice and patient safety. This commitment is recognized by the community, which has given us an exceptional 4.7-star rating on Google. This is a unique opportunity for you to collaborate with passionate teammates who prioritize high-quality medicine and are focused on helping you do your best work every day. Joining Glendale Animal Hospital means becoming part of a supportive professional network dedicated entirely to your long-term success. We ensure all our teammates have the resources necessary to achieve their career goals, providing structured programs and mentorship to foster growth. Whether you are aiming to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership role, or expand your clinical skills, we provide dedicated educational investment and support to help you succeed at every stage of your veterinary journey. Our focus is exclusively on small animal medicine, allowing you to concentrate your skills where they matter most. While we practice in Glendale Heights, our affiliation provides extensive internal support, including access to internal specialty consultations and continuing education opportunities that constantly enrich your medical decision-making. You will be practicing the gold standard of care backed by an entire organization dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes, giving you the collaborative environment necessary to expand your clinical expertise. Located in Glendale Heights, Illinois, you will find a welcoming community offering an ideal balance between comfortable suburban life and easy access to the metropolitan amenities of Chicago. This area is known for its accessible location within DuPage County, providing quality parks and excellent local amenities. If you are looking for a location that supports excellent work-life integration—providing both a dedicated professional setting and proximity to diverse dining, shopping, and entertainment—Glendale Heights provides the perfect backdrop for your next career chapter.

Note: The Certified Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state's Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

• Utilize Your Full Skillset: You'll be a vital part of the medical team, providing comprehensive patient care, including administering treatments, monitoring anesthesia, and performing lab work.
• Be a Leader and Mentor: You'll guide and support the medical team, ensuring an efficient workflow while mentoring others to help them grow their skills and careers.
• Partner with Clients: You'll be a key point of contact for pet owners, educating them on treatments, reviewing medical records, and confidently answering their questions.
• Contribute to a Positive Culture: You'll play an active role in training, providing feedback, and maintaining the high standards of our hospital environment.

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• A current state veterinary technician license (CVT) in good standing.
• Proficiency in a range of technical skills, including nursing, surgery, dental care, radiology, and laboratory procedures.
• A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
• One year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires routine exposure to animals and medical equipment in a potentially noisy environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.