Internal Medicine Vet Tech: Advanced Diagnostics & Care

VCA Animal Hospitals; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Pet care discounts

Professional development support

Job summary

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join its Internal Medicine service in Aurora, IL. This full-time position involves 4x10 hour shifts on weekdays and provides opportunities to work with advanced diagnostics and patient care.

The role emphasizes collaborative teamwork, precise nursing care, and ongoing client education, with a comprehensive benefits package and access to professional development resources.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician required for Internal Medicine.
• Experience with advanced diagnostics and patient care preferred.
• Ability to educate clients and work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to internal medicine patients.
• Assist veterinarians with advanced diagnostics and procedures.
• Place, maintain, and monitor IV catheters and urinary catheters.
• Perform and interpret laboratory testing and in-house diagnostics.
• Administer medications and IV fluids as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs and escalate concerns as needed.
• Provide anesthesia and procedural support and recovery.
• Maintain medical records and educate clients on care.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Diagnostics assistance

Client communication

Care planning

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Tools

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Bronchoscopy

CT

MRI

IV catheterization

Job description

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join its Internal Medicine service in Aurora, IL. This full-time position involves 4x10 hour shifts on weekdays and provides opportunities to work with advanced diagnostics and patient care.

The role emphasizes collaborative teamwork, precise nursing care, and ongoing client education, with a comprehensive benefits package and access to professional development resources.