Emergency Veterinary Tech Specialist — Lead & Mentor

Ethos Veterinary Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms

CE Allowance

Professional development assistance

Credentialing opportunities

Onsite CE events

Veterinary Social Worker on site

Job summary

Premier Veterinary Group Chicago is seeking a Veterinary Technician Specialist for Emergency & Critical Care. You will provide advanced nursing care, anesthesia oversight, and complex patient management in a fast-paced hospital.

The role emphasizes mentoring, documentation, and collaboration with veterinarians. Ideal candidates hold a current CVT/RVT/LV MT credential, with a VTS credential or active pursuit highly valued, and at least five years of high-volume ECC experience.

Qualifications

• Current CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT credential is required.
• VTS certification or active pursuit is valued.
• Minimum 5 years in high-volume Emergency and Critical Care.
• Leadership abilities and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor condition throughout treatment.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia and prepare diagnostic samples.
• Provide exceptional nursing care and advocate for patients.
• Maintain detailed medical records for continuity of care.
• Apply pharmacology knowledge per hospital protocols.
• Mentor teammates and share clinical knowledge.
• Promote a safe, compliant hospital environment.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and nursing staff for outcomes.

Skills

VTS certification

Emergency & critical care experience

Mentoring teammates

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT credential

Job description

Premier Veterinary Group Chicago is seeking a Veterinary Technician Specialist for Emergency & Critical Care. You will provide advanced nursing care, anesthesia oversight, and complex patient management in a fast-paced hospital.

The role emphasizes mentoring, documentation, and collaboration with veterinarians. Ideal candidates hold a current CVT/RVT/LV MT credential, with a VTS credential or active pursuit highly valued, and at least five years of high-volume ECC experience.