Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Come grow with us and make a difference! Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician at VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for a technician who enjoys utilizing advanced technical skills, critical thinking, and compassionate nursing care in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, multi-specialty referral and emergency hospital located in Downers Grove, Illinois. Our team includes Emergency & Critical Care, Specialty Services, and highly trained support staff who are committed to advancing veterinary medicine while providing compassionate care to pets and the people who love them. We take pride in fostering a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development, making Arboretum View an excellent place for technicians looking to expand their skills in emergency and specialty medicine. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow.
Requirements
- Licensure
- Skill set
- Years of experience
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about emergency and critical care
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excited about being part of a growing team
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients.
- Collaborate closely with Criticalists, ER Doctors, Specialists, and fellow technicians.
- Perform triage assessments and assist with patient stabilization.
- Utilize advanced technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, diagnostic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, oxygen therapy, and blood transfusion support.
- Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients, recognizing subtle changes in patient status and communicating findings to the medical team.
- Assist with emergency procedures and advanced treatments.
- Educate clients and provide clear discharge instructions.
- Help create a positive, collaborative environment focused on outstanding patient care.
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
- 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!
- Plus so much more!
- Competitive compensation
- Paid vacation/sick days
- Generous employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
