Emergency Veterinary Technician
About The Position
At VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center, the Emergency Veterinary Technician (ER/ICU) plays a critical role in patient care across emergency and specialty services. This position supports a wide range of cases, from triage and stabilization to ongoing ICU care, while working alongside a highly skilled, collaborative emergency and specialty team. VCA is passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With over hospitals nationwide, VCA combines advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, VCA is committed to helping its teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE
- Ability to stay calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for high-quality, patient-centered care
Responsibilities
- Triage and assist in stabilizing emergency patients
- Provide advanced nursing care in ICU and critical care settings
- Administer medications, CRIs, and fluid therapy
- Perform diagnostics (lab work, imaging, sample collection)
- Assist with advanced procedures (central lines, transfusions, oxygen therapy)
- Communicate with clients during high-stress situations with empathy and clarity
- Collaborate closely with ER doctors, specialists, and support staff
Benefits
- Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance
- Infertility and gender affirmation benefits
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid time off
- WOOF University – offering abundant virtual CE Opportunities
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
