Compassionate Veterinary Technician — Weekend & Evening PRN

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee personal pet discount (up to

Job summary

Broadway Animal Hospital in Edgewater, Chicago, is seeking a Veterinary Technician for a PRN role. The technician will assist veterinarians and other staff with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, prepare prescriptions, and conduct in-house lab work.

This position requires weekend availability and extended hours (up to 8pm). Compensation ranges from $19 to $21 per hour, with benefits depending on status. Join a long-standing team dedicated to compassionate animal care.

Qualifications

• Weekend and extended hours availability required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; heavier lifts may require assistance.
• OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine and surgery.
• Take histories, vital signs and weights during outpatient exams and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain samples and perform in-hospital laboratory testing; prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Take, develop and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Clean and restock exam rooms and labs; maintain equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism with clients; show compassion to patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team about patient plans and concerns.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Broadway Animal Hospital in Edgewater, Chicago, is seeking a Veterinary Technician for a PRN role. The technician will assist veterinarians and other staff with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, prepare prescriptions, and conduct in-house lab work.

This position requires weekend availability and extended hours (up to 8pm). Compensation ranges from $19 to $21 per hour, with benefits depending on status. Join a long-standing team dedicated to compassionate animal care.