Veterinary Technician - Overnight

Abqpetcarehospital; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance (full time only)

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off (full time only)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Elmhurst, Illinois, is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care and technical tasks. Responsibilities include performing laboratory tests, administering medications, and providing nursing care for animals.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed technician with a strong grasp of medications and common diseases, capable of educating clients about health care. Competitive compensation between $20.00-$25.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with hands-on experience.
• Ability to provide specialized nursing care for animals.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs and common diseases.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in procedures and patient care.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and client education.
• Oversee inventory and purchase of medical supplies.

Skills

Technical knowledge of products and medications

Client education

Laboratory procedures

Medication administration

Education

Licensed Technician

Completed on-the-job training

Job description

Technician Objectives

The Overnight Veterinary Technician assists the doctors to the fullest possible extent, to help improve the quality of care given to the patients, and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work at Elmhurst Animal Care Center.

The Overnight Veterinary Technician assists in multiple procedures providing care for animals including physical examinations, dental procedures, surgeries, immunizations, euthanasia, client education, marketing and inventory maintenance. This position requires a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations. This is an overview of the position and the job responsibilities listed do not encompass the entire position.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Full or Part-Time
• 8 hour Shifts Monday – Friday
• Weekend shifts required
• Overtime may be required

Education and Experience

• Licensed Technician
• Completed on the job training at a veterinary practice

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Technical

• Oversee the inventory and purchase of pharmaceutical supplies and drugs including the maintenance of controlled substance and surgery logs.
• Exhibit a technical knowledge of products and medications sold, including dietary products. Demonstrate the ability to explain and educate clients on products and answer their questions regarding product purchase/use.
• Obtain and record patient histories.
• Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.

Compensation

Base hourly rate of $20.00 – 25.00 DOE.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance (full time only)
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off (full time only)
• Employee discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.