Veterinary Technician Jobs in North Chicago, IL

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Veterinary Surgeon (Veterinary Specialist)

A veterinary clinic is seeking a Board-Certified Surgeon or Residency-Trained Clinician to join their team at a state-of-the-art location in Crystal Lake, IL. The clinic has been providing...

Veterinary Technician

  • Highland Park, IL (9 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Highland Park, IL (9 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

VCA Cairo Animal Hospital in Highland Park, Il, seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our expanding hospital!...

Veterinary Technician - ICU / ER

  • Northfield, IL (15 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northfield, IL (15 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Veterinary Technician - ICU / ER 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars Northfield, IL 60093 BluePearl Pet Hospital in Northfield, IL is excited to announce an opening for a Veterinary Technician to join our team!...

Overnight Licensed Veterinary Technician

  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Companion Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital is expanding our team! Are you a night owl? Looking to join a wonderful team in a fast-paced ER environment that practices high quality medicine? As...

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Per Diem) - Schaumburg, IL

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago

This role will promote learning and growth as an emergency veterinary technician, providing opportunities for advancement towards a Veterinary Technician Specialist certification and participating in...

Certified Veterinary Technician Surgery Lead

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Required: Certified Veterinary Technician-CVT Ideal Candidates: Must have prior specialty anesthesia experience Be able to prepare the surgical suite for a surgical procedure....

Technician II, RTS, BioResources

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Tissue harvest/necropsy Support and help with animal care/husbandry. Keep inventories. Perform in vitro bench top techniques including preparation of formulations, pipetting, etc....

Veterinary Technician

  • Mundelein, IL (10 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL (10 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 14 days ago

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Veterinary Technician- ER/ICU

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 16 days ago

As a Veterinary Technician, youll play an important role in pets lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients....

Veterinary Technician II

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago

Job Description The Veterinary Technician II carries out daily activities with team or areas in the Vivarium and provides clinical care and preventative medical procedures for the research animals under...

Veterinary Technician

  • Skokie, IL (20 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (20 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 19 days ago

As an ICU Veterinary Technician, you will: Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment....

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Buffalo Grove, IL

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago

This role will promote learning and growth as an emergency veterinary technician, providing opportunities for advancement towards a Veterinary Technician Specialist certification and participating in...

Veterinary Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Veterinary Technician Credentialing desired, but not required....

Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician- Night shift

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Seeking: Ultimutt Certified Veterinary Technician with management experience....

Lead Certified Veterinary Technician- Dayshift

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Seeking: Ultimutt Certified Veterinary Technician with management experience....

Demographic Data for North Chicago, IL

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in North Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in North Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in North Chicago, IL
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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