Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician Assistant

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Vision and Dental

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differentials

Job summary

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets in Chicago, IL seeks a Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician Assistant to support mobile patients through physical therapy, water therapy, laser treatment, and mobility-focused care. The role emphasizes education for clients and long patient interactions.

The candidate should have prior veterinary experience, strong communication, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent client service skills and phone etiquette.
• Ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail.
• Work well in a team or autonomously.
• Sense of urgency and critical thinking.
• Flexible with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients receive quality care
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete
• Oversight/care for stable patients
• Assist Veterinary Technicians with patient restraint
• Manage the restocking of supplies for clinical teams
• Maintain clean treatment areas and manage laundry needs of department

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Patient restraint

Flexibility

Fast-paced environment

Autonomy

Job description

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much more! We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team.

We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done. Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.

We are looking for:

Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician Assistant.

Initial Hiring Range: $16 to $21 based on skillset and experience.

The Rehabilitation department focuses on helping our patients become mobile utilizing physical therapy, water therapy, cold laser therapy and more. This team is perfect for someone who enjoys working with a patient for extended amounts of time, as well as partnering with our clients on continued education to help their pet get better.

Whatyou’lldo:

• Ensure patients receive quality care
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete
• Oversight/care for stable patients
• Assist Veterinary Technicians with patient restraint
• Manage the restocking of supplies for clinical teams
• Maintain clean treatment areas and manage laundry needs of department

Who you are:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent client service skills and phone etiquette
• Ability to multi-task, self-motivated and strong attention to detail
• Work successfully as a team member and autonomously
• Sense of urgency, Critical thinking skills
• Effective patient restraint
• Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Prior veterinary experience required

Perks and Benefits include:

• Strong career growth and personal development opportunities
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Vision and Dental
• HSA, FSA and Independent Care Spending
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials and On-call Pay
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance
• Elective Short-Term Disability, Life and Accident Insurance and company paid Long Term Disability
• Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program

Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization; therefore, employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check.

MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.