Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Skylos Sports Medicine, a BluePearl Partner, is expanding our Internal Medicine team in Ellicott City and seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician. Join a brand new hospital and contribute to anesthesia, imaging preparation, CRIs, and client education to support advanced pet care.

The role offers a competitive hourly pay range with shift differentials and opportunities for credentialed advancement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is a great place to grow with our team.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented veterinary technician with anesthesia support experience.
• Ability to perform precise medical math calculations for safe patient care.
• Experience assisting with CRIs and anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calculate, and administer CRIs with high accuracy.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia.
• Prepare patients and equipment for ultrasound and radiology imaging.
• Assist with endoscopic procedures and post-procedure care.
• Provide discharge support and client education for ongoing care.

Skills

CRIs administration

Anesthesia support

Medical math calculations

Client education

Job description

Skylos Sports Medicine, a BluePearl Partner, is adding services to our brand new hospital in Ellicott City! We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join Internal Medicine team.

Schedule:

Mon-Thurs, 4x10 hour shifts

Pay:

$23.21 - $38.58 / hour + competitive shift differentials

This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

• Mon - Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$4.00/hr. Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$4.00/hr. Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$5.50/hr. Shift Differential

As An IM Veterinary Technician, You Will

• Prepare, calculate, and administer constant rate infusions (CRIs) with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Perform precise medical math calculations to support safe and effective patient care
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia, ensuring safety and comfort throughout all stages
• Prepare patients and equipment for advanced imaging procedures, including ultrasound and radiology
• Assist with and support endoscopic procedures (GI, nasal, urinary, airway), including full setup, intra-procedural support, and post-procedure equipment care and maintenance
• Provide comprehensive discharge support for Internal Medicine patients, including hands-on client education (e.g., insulin administration, subcutaneous fluids, feeding tube management)
• Deliver compassionate, clear communication to clients, empowering them to confidently manage their pet's ongoing care at home
• Maintain a high standard of organization, cleanliness, and equipment readiness within the service
• Adapt to the evolving needs of a fast-paced Internal Medicine service and contribute to overall team success through additional responsibilities as needed

Why BluePearl?

• We encourage you to grow with us. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.
• To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.

We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Flexible work schedules
• 401k and retirement planning
• Parental Leave Benefits
• Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans
• Health and well-being resources to assist with stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management skills

Continuing Education Plan

includes $500/year reimbursement for LVTs and $750/year for VTS. The Continuing Education allowance can roll over up to $1,500 for LVT and VTS associates. Non-Credentialed, full-time Paraprofessionals are eligible for an annual CE stipend of $150/year. Full-time LVT associates also receive 8 hours of CE paid hours each year. Full-time VTS associates receive 12 hours of CE paid each year. Paid CE hours can be carried over year to year up to a maximum of 24 hours. Newly hired associates will receive a pro-rated amount of any CE benefit for which they are eligible.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.