Veterinary Technician - PM Shift

Abqpetcarehospital; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our busy, fast-paced clinic in Bloomingdale, IL. You will provide compassionate nursing care, assist veterinarians in examinations, diagnostics, and procedures, and help prepare patients for surgery.

The role requires at least 3 years of technician experience, ability to handle emergencies, and strong teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of veterinary technician experience.
• Demonstrated experience assisting with emergency cases and surgical procedures.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary nursing and patient care.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a busy, high-volume clinic.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to veterinary patients.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist with surgical procedures.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia and surgery.
• Assist with emergency and urgent-care cases while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
• Perform and assist with laboratory diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, and other in-house testing.
• Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Obtain and monitor patient vital signs and accurately document medical information.
• Handle, restrain, and care for patients safely and compassionately.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, fellow team members, and clients.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and surgical areas.
• Prioritize and manage multiple patients and tasks efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Follow clinic protocols for patient safety, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Emergency care

Surgical assistance

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Veterinary Technician

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly motivated Veterinary Technician to join our busy, fast-paced veterinary clinic. The ideal candidate is confident in a clinical setting, comfortable handling multiple priorities at once, and able to remain calm and organized when the pace gets hectic.

This position is ideal for a veterinary technician who enjoys working as part of a team and has strong hands-on experience with emergency cases, surgical procedures, and patient care. The hours are 11am to 7pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to veterinary patients.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist with surgical procedures.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia and surgery.
• Assist with emergency and urgent-care cases while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
• Perform and assist with laboratory diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, and other in-house testing.
• Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Obtain and monitor patient vital signs and accurately document medical information.
• Handle, restrain, and care for patients safely and compassionately.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, fellow team members, and clients.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and surgical areas.
• Prioritize and manage multiple patients and tasks efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Follow clinic protocols for patient safety, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of veterinary technician experience required.
• Demonstrated experience assisting with emergency cases and surgical procedures required.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary nursing and patient care.
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced, high-volume clinic.
• Excellent multitasking, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively when managing multiple patients and competing demands.
• Calm and confident under pressure, particularly during emergencies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate approach to patient care and client service.
• Reliable, professional, and willing to contribute as part of a collaborative team.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who can hit the ground running and confidently manage the demands of a busy veterinary practice. Our ideal technician is experienced, proactive, dependable, and able to switch between routine appointments, hospitalized patients, surgical cases, and emergencies without losing focus on patient care.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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.