Emergency Veterinary Nursing Technician

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision and Dental

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials

Job summary

MedVet is seeking a Nursing Technician Assistant to support veterinary technicians and ensure patients receive quality care in a fast-paced emergency and specialty setting in Chicago. This role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient restraint, and compassionate client communication.

You will help restock supplies, maintain clean treatment areas, and assist with recovery and follow-up education. Prior veterinary experience is required, and strong teamwork, multitasking, and attention to

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent client service skills and phone etiquette.
• Ability to multi-task, self-motivated and strong attention to detail.
• Work successfully as a team member and autonomously.
• Sense of urgency, Critical thinking skills.
• Effective patient restraint.
• Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior veterinary experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians in ensuring patients receive quality care
• Assist in ensuring documentation is accurate and complete
• Assist with oversight and care of stable patients
• Assist Veterinary Technicians with patient restraint
• Manage the restocking of supplies for clinical teams
• Maintain clean treatment areas and manage laundry needs of department

Skills

Communication skills

Client service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Patient restraint

Job description

MedVet is seeking a Nursing Technician Assistant to support veterinary technicians and ensure patients receive quality care in a fast-paced emergency and specialty setting in Chicago. This role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient restraint, and compassionate client communication.

You will help restock supplies, maintain clean treatment areas, and assist with recovery and follow-up education. Prior veterinary experience is required, and strong teamwork, multitasking, and attention to