Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Buffalo Grove, IL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Buffalo Grove, IL

21h•$25 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care in its Buffalo Grove, Illinois practice. The role works with doctors and the care team on cases ranging from minor to complex, delivering clinically skilled and compassionate care to patients and support to pet parents. Responsibilities span triage, nursing care, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care. The technician is expected to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and continue developing emergency medicine skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Credentialed 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 records.
Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure and support colleagues.
Fine motor skills to handle 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, depending on hospital needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
VTS in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; these credentials may lead to additional compensation consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together through tests and treatments.
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.