Location: 4601 Broadway, Quincy, IL 62305
VCA Klingele Animal Hospital is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!
Schedule: Full- time opportunity, 8 hour shifts with rotating weekends.
Our hospital is open 7:30 am to 7:00 pm.
Compensation: $ 20 - 27/hr, and the starting range is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field.
About Us:
VCA Klingele Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal practice located in Quincy, IL, proudly serving dogs, cats, and exotic species. Our dedicated team provides a wide range of high-quality veterinary services, including Primary Care, Surgery, Dentistry, Rehabilitation, Laser Therapy, and Boarding. We are committed to delivering compassionate, progressive care to our patients and building lasting relationships with their families.
What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities):
Assist in surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and post-op recovery
Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs
Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the DVM
Collect samples and perform in-house laboratory diagnostics
Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments
Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and home care
Maintain accurate patient medical records
Plus more!
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.
Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
Ready to join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and makes every day rewarding?
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com