Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Scout Veterinary Urgent Care•Chicago, IL

4h•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Scout Veterinary Urgent Care is looking for an experienced, compassionate Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our established Lincoln Park team. Help provide accessible urgent care for pets while supporting pet parents through unexpected moments with clarity, compassion, and confidence. We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You're calm under pressure, adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to keep learning. At Scout, we value curiosity, teamwork, and a shared commitment to making veterinary care better—for pets, pet parents, and those who care for them.

Requirements

A licensed CVT in Illinois
3+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting
Strong technical skills and comfort with urgent/emergent cases
Proficient in medical math calculations (drug dosage/unit conversion)
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience in emergency or urgent care environments
Familiarity with cloud-based veterinary software
Interest in mentoring and leadership development

Responsibilities

Perform technical procedures including radiology, venipuncture, catheter placement, sedation monitoring, and laboratory testing
Assist in triage, patient stabilization, and urgent care treatments
Administer medications under veterinarian supervision
Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners about care and discharge instructions
Maintain accurate medical records and support digital documentation
Mentor veterinary assistants and contribute to a positive team culture
Uphold Scout’s standards for safety, empathy, and clinical excellence
Monthly team meetings