ER / Urgent Care Veterinary Technician

Lakesidevetcare; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive veterinary hospital in Carbondale, Illinois, as a vital member of the ER and Urgent Care team. This role is perfect for those passionate about animal welfare and looking to enhance their skills in a fast-paced environment. You'll engage in critical care, manage medical cases, and provide essential support to both animals and their owners. With opportunities for growth through training and development, this position offers a fulfilling career path for dedicated individuals. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families in a supportive and dynamic team atmosphere.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician with 2+ years experience preferred.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures and animal care essential.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint, triage, and management of hospitalized cases.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Veterinary Procedures Knowledge

Client Communication Skills

Animal Restraint Techniques

Sample Collection Methods

Anesthesia Administration

Surgical Monitoring

Reliability and Punctuality

Fast-paced Environment Adaptability

Education

Veterinary Technician License

2+ Years Professional Experience

Job description

Lakeside Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced companion animal/exotics General Practice, Urgent Care, and ER located in Carbondale, Illinois. We provide general wellness services for all pets as well as emergency and critical care for dogs and cats on the weekend. Our in-house laboratory testing and x-ray facilities mean that we can have results quickly. We routinely treat allergic reactions, cardio-vascular shock, trauma (hit by car, etc.), venomous snake bites, toxic ingestions, heat stroke, respiratory distress, parvovirus, vomiting, diarrhea, assist in labor and delivery, repair lacerations, and other critical or urgent situations.

We are looking to add a veterinary technician to our ER and Urgent Care team! We value your expertise, your passion and most importantly, your love of animals! When you join our team, you become a member of our family of doctors, technicians, and receptionists who go above and beyond for our clients.

Our hours of operation are:

• Monday- Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
• Friday, Saturday, Sunday (ER Only): 12 PM - 12 AM

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're Looking For:

• A Veterinary Technician with an active license preferred but not required, 2+ years professional experience required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work weekends
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: dependent on licensure status

• Unlicensed individuals: $16.50 - $19/hr dependent on ER/UC experience

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment status vs part-time status.