Part-Time Veterinary Technician (ER/ICU)

Elk Grove Veterinary Specialty & Emergency • Elk Grove Village, IL

136d • $25 - $33

About The Position

Elk Grove Veterinary Specialty and ER is looking for a veterinary technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. As a Veterinary Technician, you thrive in fast-paced emergency settings and bring both technical expertise and empathy to the patients and families you serve. You are a skilled multitasker, a strong communicator, and a collaborative team member who values both medical excellence and compassionate care.

Requirements

• Current LVT/CVT/RVT license - preferred
• Emergency/ICU or critical care experience preferred
• Strong anesthesia, triage, and nursing care skills
• Knowledge of infectious disease, CPR, and advanced patient monitoring
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to critical and emergency patients.
• Triage incoming cases and assist with stabilization and monitoring.
• Perform anesthesia induction and monitoring.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, CRIs, oxygen therapy, and assist in post-operative care.
• Accurately complete and maintain patient medical records.
• Perform and interpret in-house diagnostics; prepare and submit samples for reference testing.
• Communicate effectively with clients about patient status and discharge instructions.
• Use safe, fear-free handling techniques while maintaining a clean, organized treatment area.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and peers to deliver seamless emergency and ICU care.

Benefits

• Part-time scheduling with flexibility in available shifts
• Exposure to advanced emergency and ICU cases
• Supportive hospital culture centered on teamwork and professional growth
• Access to Thrive Pet Healthcare’s network, including CE opportunities, mentorship, and resources
• Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $25 - $33/hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed