Find & Apply For Veterinary Technician / Technologist Jobs in Lake Bluff, Illinois

Job Title:

Animal Care Technician Duration:

Expected to be a 6-months contract with the possibility of extension.

Location:

North Chicago, IL - 60064

Pay Rate:

$21 - $23 Featured Benefits Medical Insurance in compliance with the ACA 401(k) Sick leave in compliance with applicable state, federal, and local laws

Work Shift:

Mon-Fri (6:00am-2:30pm), every 3rd weekend Sat/Sun (6:00am-2:30pm) once trained.

Required Skills:

Experience with animals is great, Petco, Petsmart, Vet Clinic etc. High School Diploma Required Attention to detail to provide good animal welfare. Certification through AALAS, Previous animal care experience nice to have

Requirements/ Competencies:

Attention to detail to provide good animal welfare. 2 years' experience Ability to safely lift 50 pounds, consistently stand and walk for extended periods of time, to include walking and adhering to safety rules and expectations including but not limited to: grasping, squeezing, pushing, pulling, squatting, stooping, and bending. Problem-solving ability consisting of taking initiative to handle basic issues autonomously and working with team members for more complex issues to support animal care operations. Ability to consistently perform functions consistent with company leadership behaviors and attributes. Good communication skills and the ability to maintain efficiency in the workplace and effective in a team environment. Sun1

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Referral program Application Question(s): Are you comfortable working with Rodents, Rats, mice, monkeys zebrafish and other animals?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Veterinary/Petco/Petsmart:

1 year (Preferred)

Animal Handling:

2 years (Required) Animal care: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Lake Bluff, IL (Required)

Work Location:

In person