Emergency Veterinary Technician

$23 - $38/Yr

VCA Antech - Downers Grove, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Downers Grove, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We're excited to announce a significant expansion of our Emergency and ICU Team! This is your chance to join our already phenomenal crew at VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital as we elevate our emergency and critical care services to new heights. We're looking for passionate, dedicated, Certified Veterinary Technicians to be a part of our dynamic team. Come grow with us and make a difference! In this role, you will work alongside our Criticalists, ER Doctors, Specialists, and a supportive team of technicians to provide the best possible care for critically ill and injured pets.

Responsibilities

• Triage: Perform an initial assessment to evaluate the patient's condition quickly.
• Assist Doctors: Collaborate closely with veterinarians to assist in exams, treatments, and medical procedures for emergency cases.
• Venipuncture and IVC Placement: Proficiently perform venipuncture, intravenous catheter placement, and grow your advanced vascular access techniques.
• Medication Administration: Safely and accurately administer fluids, medications, and other treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Team Collaboration: Work in conjunction with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients receive optimal care.
• Nursing Care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Vigilantly monitor hospitalized patients, identifying subtle changes in their clinical status.
• Client Education: Provide clear and concise discharge instructions to clients.
• Anesthesia and Sedation Monitoring: Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anesthesia to ensure patient safety.
• Diagnostic Imaging: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment and assist in capturing radiographs and other diagnostic images.
• Laboratory Procedures: Run diagnostics, correlate results with the clinical presentation of the patient and notify Veterinarian of results.
• Blood Transfusion Therapy: Including collection, administration, and transfusion reactions.
• Administering Oxygen: Flow-by Oxygen, Nasal Oxygen Cannula, or Oxygen Cage.

Requirements

• Certified Veterinary Technician license.
• Experience in emergency and critical care preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to perform venipuncture and IVC placement.
• Knowledge of medication administration and patient monitoring.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with diagnostic imaging and laboratory procedures.
• Familiarity with anesthesia and sedation monitoring.
• Previous experience in a veterinary emergency or ICU setting.

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community.
• Leadership opportunities and Career Development Programs.
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities.
• CE allowance, Vet Tech license reimbursement, and NAVTA membership.
• Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions).
• Referral bonuses.
• Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family.
• Life, long and short-term disability insurance included.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid vacation (2 weeks in 1st year for CVTs), sick time, and holiday pay.
• 401(k) with corporate match.
• Pet care discounts (40-100%).
• Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups.
• Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU.
• Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more.