ER Veterinary Technician - Fast-Paced, Day Shift

MedVet; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with employer match

PTO

Pet discounts

Job summary

MedVet Wilmette is opening a state-of-the-art 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital just outside Chicago in Wilmette, IL. We are seeking a collaborative Emergency Veterinary Technician to join an experienced clinical team on the day shift.

The role offers a fast-paced environment with diverse cases, priority-based patient care, client communication, and opportunities for professional growth through CE and support services. Competitive benefits accompany this position at MedVet Wilmette.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, unit conversions).
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility with work hours and extra hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information.
• Evaluating incoming patients and prioritizing based on assessment.
• Partner with patient care team regarding treatment plans and nursing care.
• Provide client education including home care instructions and medications.
• Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures.
• Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for external labs.

Skills

Prior veterinary experience

Excellent communication

Proficient in calculations

Fast-paced environment

Flexible with hours

Job description

MedVet Wilmette is opening a state-of-the-art 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital just outside Chicago in Wilmette, IL. We are seeking a collaborative Emergency Veterinary Technician to join an experienced clinical team on the day shift.

The role offers a fast-paced environment with diverse cases, priority-based patient care, client communication, and opportunities for professional growth through CE and support services. Competitive benefits accompany this position at MedVet Wilmette.