Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Chicago, IL

22h•$25 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

As an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll be part of a team providing emergency veterinary care for cases ranging from minor to complex. You’ll collaborate with doctors and teammates to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care, and participate in triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing. You’ll also support pet parents during stressful moments and continue developing your skills in emergency medicine.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Credentialing as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure and support teammates.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, work on the floor, lift up to 25 kg independently, and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis based on hospital needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Empathetic, people-centric approach; humility; ownership and accountability; and curiosity and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together through tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates, help shape care plans, and support the flow of care.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

Competitive base pay of $25–$51 per hour.
401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment, based on role.
Clinical and leadership learning programs and unlimited ER continuing education.
Annual travel stipend for full-time credentialed VEGgies ($2,500) and full-time uncredentialed VEGgies ($1,000).
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.