Veterinary Technician Specialist, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms

CE Allowance

Professional development assistance

Credentialing opportunities

Onsite CE events

Veterinary Social Worker on site

Job summary

Premier Veterinary Group Chicago is seeking a Veterinary Technician Specialist for Emergency & Critical Care. You will provide advanced nursing care, anesthesia oversight, and complex patient management in a fast-paced hospital.

The role emphasizes mentoring, documentation, and collaboration with veterinarians. Ideal candidates hold a current CVT/RVT/LV MT credential, with a VTS credential or active pursuit highly valued, and at least five years of high-volume ECC experience.

Qualifications

• Current CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT credential is required.
• VTS certification or active pursuit is valued.
• Minimum 5 years in high-volume Emergency and Critical Care.
• Leadership abilities and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor condition throughout treatment.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia and prepare diagnostic samples.
• Provide exceptional nursing care and advocate for patients.
• Maintain detailed medical records for continuity of care.
• Apply pharmacology knowledge per hospital protocols.
• Mentor teammates and share clinical knowledge.
• Promote a safe, compliant hospital environment.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and nursing staff for outcomes.

Skills

VTS certification

Emergency & critical care experience

Mentoring teammates

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT credential

Job description

Veterinary Technician Specialist, Emergency and Critical Care

Location: Chicago, IL

Schedule: Full Time | Varying Shifts | 4 Nine Hour Shifts Per Week

Compensation: $35-45/hr for VTS Credentialed Team Members | $25-35/hr for Certified Veterinary Technicians

Why Join Premier Veterinary Group, Chicago?

At Premier Veterinary Group Chicago, you'll be part of a collaborative team that delivers exceptional emergency and specialty care using advanced technology and state‑of‑the‑art equipment. Work alongside board‑certified specialists and experienced emergency clinicians in a hospital that values mentorship, continuous learning, and practicing at the top of your license. We foster a supportive, team‑first culture where every contribution is valued, professional growth is encouraged, and you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets, their families, and the veterinary community every day.

In Your Day‑To‑Day, You Will

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments by obtaining detailed medical histories, conducting physical examinations, and closely monitoring patient condition throughout treatment.
• Utilize your advanced technical skills to administer and monitor anesthesia, collect and prepare diagnostic samples, and collaborate with veterinarians to develop and adjust patient care plans based on diagnostic findings.
• Serve as a strong patient advocate by delivering exceptional nursing care while ensuring every patient receives compassionate, individualized treatment.
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records documenting patient history, treatments, progress, and client communications to support continuity of care.
• Apply your advanced knowledge of pharmacology to safely calculate, prepare, administer, and monitor medications and treatments in accordance with hospital protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Help foster a culture of learning by mentoring teammates, sharing clinical knowledge, and providing guidance on nursing best practices, protocols, pharmacology, and patient handling.
• Champion a safe, clean, and compliant hospital environment by promoting best practices and helping ensure adherence to national, state, and local veterinary regulations.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and the nursing team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes while continuously improving the quality of care.

What You Bring

• Current CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT credential is required.
• A Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification—or active pursuit of specialty certification is highly valued and will receive strong consideration.
• At least 5 years of experience in a high‑volume Emergency and Critical Care environment, with the confidence to manage complex cases and advanced patient care.
• Proven leadership abilities with a passion for mentoring teammates, fostering collaboration, and supporting a culture of clinical excellence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• The ability to think critically, remain calm under pressure, and make sound clinical decisions while working with a high degree of autonomy.
• A commitment to exceptional patient care, client education, and continuous learning, with the ability to effectively train and develop fellow technicians while strengthening the entire care team.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance -Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best.
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, HSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms
• Generous CE Allowance
• Professional development assistance
• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing
• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms
• Veterinary Social Worker on site!

Premier Veterinary Group believes that all veterinarians, pets, and pet owners deserve premier experiences. Everything we do reflects this belief. We commit ourselves to acting with respect, honor, and dignity toward our patients, clients, and colleagues.

Surrounding Areas

Our Chicago hospital is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals throughout Chicago's North Side and the surrounding suburbs, including:

• Irving Park
• Avondale
• North Center
• Roscoe Village
• Albany Park
• Logan Square
• Lakeview
• Lincoln Square
• Ravenswood
• Bucktown
• Wicker Park
• Portage Park
• Jefferson Park
• Old Irving Park
• Belmont Cragin
• North Park
• Edgebrook
• Lincoln Park
• Andersonville
• Edgewater
• Skokie
• Norridge
• Harwood Heights
• Park Ridge
• Morton Grove
• Evanston
• Northfield
• Northbrook

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on Qualifications, Competence, Merit, And Business Need.