Emergency Vet Tech - Fast-Paced ER & Benefits

MedVet; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Vision and Dental

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Pet Discounts

Continuing Education Opportunities

Job summary

MedVet is opening a new emergency veterinary hospital in Wilmette, Illinois in January 2027. We are seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys varied cases.

Your responsibilities will include patient evaluation, education, and collaboration with the care team. Our ideal candidate will have prior veterinary experience and a State Registered Veterinary Technician license, preferably with a focus on emergency services.

Qualifications

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
• Prior veterinary experience required, previous emergency experience desired.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information.
• Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize based on assessment.
• Partner with patient care team regarding treatment plans.
• Provide client education on home care and medication.
• Assist DVM with patient assessment and treatment.
• Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Fast-paced environment

Calculations

Education

State Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

MedVet is opening a new emergency veterinary hospital in Wilmette, Illinois in January 2027. We are seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys varied cases.

Your responsibilities will include patient evaluation, education, and collaboration with the care team. Our ideal candidate will have prior veterinary experience and a State Registered Veterinary Technician license, preferably with a focus on emergency services.