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CareVet Health

Veterinarian | Lincoln, IL

Lincoln, IL · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments * Prescribe medication ... Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals How to Apply ...

CareVet Health

Veterinarian | Lincoln, IL

Lincoln, IL · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments * Prescribe medication ... Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals How to Apply ...

NVA

Veterinarian

Springfield, IL · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

... animal practice committed to providing exceptional veterinary care to the pets and families of ... Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and ...

Covetrus, Inc.

Clinic Growth Advisor

Springfield, IL · On-site

Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering ... Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal care technology in Springfield, IL is $18.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.00 and $20.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Animal Care Technology job openings in Springfield, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,718 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Certified Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health

Springfield, IL • On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Alliance Animal Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 52 rated veterinary

Job description

Company Description
The Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield provides emergency and critical care services when they are needed most. Our clinic is proudly supported by the Springfield veterinary community and is operational during hours when most regular veterinary practices are closed.
We are committed to collaborative, high-quality medicine. You can trust that our highly trained team delivers the best and most up-to-date emergency care possible for every patient that walks through our doors. We are open 24/7 to attend to emergencies as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Check out more about us by clicking here!
Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We're Looking For:
  • A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required.
  • Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
  • Availability to work weekends.
  • Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
  • Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
  • Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
  • Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture.
  • Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
  • Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Additional Information
Pay Range: $24 - $28/hr depending on level of experience. Shift differential is available!
We offer our staff:
  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
  • Paid Bereavement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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