Emergency Vet Technician — Credentialed & Growth‑Oriented

VEG ER for Pets; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health and wellness benefits

Travel stipend for ER CE

Student loan repayment

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets in Oak Brook, IL is seeking an experienced Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced ER team. You will work on the front lines of emergency care, assisting doctors across triage, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care.

This role emphasizes compassionate client communication and high-quality patient support. You will be part of a collaborative team in a hospital that values learning, mentorship, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on

Qualifications

• CVT/RVT/LVMT credentialing in the relevant state is required.
• 1+ year experience in veterinary technician role; ER or specialty medicine preferred.
• Proficiency with practice management software and EMR systems.
• Strong communication and ability to handle stressful situations calmly.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line emergency nursing and patient care.
• Assist doctors with triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, and monitoring.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Support pet parents with empathetic communication.
• perform CPR and assist in critical care scenarios as needed.
• Utilize diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and advanced techniques.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Patient care focus

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program

Job description

VEG ER for Pets in Oak Brook, IL is seeking an experienced Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced ER team. You will work on the front lines of emergency care, assisting doctors across triage, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care.

This role emphasizes compassionate client communication and high-quality patient support. You will be part of a collaborative team in a hospital that values learning, mentorship, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on