Emergency Veterinary Technician

Animal Care Centers; Lisle (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Monthly bonus opportunities

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Holiday pay

RACE-approved continuing education

Team incentive programs

24/7 mental health support

Job summary

Emergency Veterinary Services of Lisle is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our small animal emergency team in Lisle, IL. This role supports veterinarians caring for patients needing immediate attention and offers hands-on emergency medicine experience.

We welcome credentialed and non-credentialed technicians with a solid clinical foundation. Four evening shifts plus one weekend shift weekly, with no overnight hours, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• At least one year of veterinary technician experience.
• Comfort with patient care fundamentals, blood draws, IV catheter placement, restraint and monitoring.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate with teammates and clients.

Responsibilities

• Care for hospitalized and emergency patients alongside veterinarians.
• Administer treatments and medications, collect blood, run in-house diagnostics.
• Position patients for radiographs and assist with surgeries, monitor anesthesia.
• Communicate with owners and referring practices; assist with hospital needs as needed.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Emergency Veterinary Services of Lisle, Lisle, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4717

Salary Range: $23.00 To $30.00 Annually

Veterinary Technician – ER/Urgent Care

Emergency Veterinary Services of Lisle | Lisle, IL

Schedule: Full-Time | 4 evening shifts + 1 weekend shift weekly
Hours: Weeknights 4:00 PM–11:00 PM + one 12-hour weekend shift
Pay:$23–$30/hour, based on experience, credentials, and qualifications

Make a Difference When Pets Need Us Most

When pets need emergency care, having a skilled and dependable technician makes all the difference. Emergency Veterinary Services of Lisle is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our small animal emergency team.

You’ll work alongside veterinarians and other veterinary professionals caring for patients who need immediate attention. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys variety, stays calm in a busy environment, and wants to build or expand their emergency medicine skills.

You do not need previous emergency experience to apply. We welcome both credentialed and non-credentialed technicians who have a solid clinical foundation and are ready to learn.

Your Schedule

• Full-time position
• Four evening shifts each week, 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
• One 12-hour weekend shift each week
• Weekend availability is required
• Some holidays are part of the schedule
• No overnight shifts

A Typical Day May Include

• Caring for hospitalized and emergency patients
• Administering treatments and medications
• Collecting blood and placing IV catheters
• Running in-house diagnostic testing
• Obtaining and positioning patients for radiographs
• Assisting with surgical procedures
• Monitoring patients under anesthesia
• Safely handling and restraining patients
• Keeping veterinarians updated on patient status
• Communicating with pet owners and providing care instructions
• Communicating with referring veterinary practices when needed
• Helping with reception or other hospital needs when necessary
• Keeping treatment areas and equipment clean, stocked, and organized

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone with at least one year of veterinary technician experience who is comfortable with the fundamentals of patient care.

You’ll be a good fit if you:

• Have hands-on veterinary technician experience
• Are comfortable with blood draws, IV catheter placement, restraint, and patient monitoring
• Have strong attention to detail
• Communicate well with teammates and clients
• Can stay organized while managing multiple priorities
• Enjoy working collaboratively in a fast-moving environment
• Are dependable and willing to jump in where needed
• Are interested in developing your emergency medicine skills

CVT/credentialed technicians are preferred, but non-credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 24/7 mental health support
• Generous PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Holiday pay
• RACE-approved continuing education platform
• 401(k) with employer match
• Team incentive programs

If you’re looking for a veterinary technician position where you can use your clinical skills, work with a supportive team, and gain hands‑on emergency experience without overnight shifts, we’d love to hear from you.

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