Veterinary Technician - Chicago, Fulton Market

Aspen Dental • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterinary Technician 1 (VT1) is responsible for providing compassionate care and clinical excellence, primarily through surgery assistance, performing treatments, and presenting treatment plans to pet parents. This role involves comprehensive support for surgical procedures, including preparing the surgical suite and anesthetic machine, prepping pets for procedures (pre- and post-op lab tests, surgical site preparation), monitoring anesthesia and vital parameters perioperatively, and providing post-operative care. The VT1 also performs intubation, induction of anesthesia, prepares and administers injectable medications, sets IV catheters, performs venipuncture, removes sutures, drains, and staples, applies simple bandages, implants microchips, and takes x-rays. Additionally, the technician is expected to perform CPR as needed, manage client communication regarding surgical procedures, ensure thorough documentation, prepare discharge instructions and medications, and schedule appointments across multiple locations. The role requires adherence to hospital protocols, regulatory guidelines, and active participation in continuing education, while acting as a brand ambassador for AZPV.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Broad knowledge of animal science including emergency medical protocols.
• Basic pharmacology knowledge and mathematical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet goals.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• State-issued active/current Veterinary Technician license required.
• 2+ years of experience in veterinary medicine required.
• 1+ years of surgery experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provides general surgery assistance during all surgical procedures.
• Performs basic treatments, restraints, and assists with cleaning of treatment area as needed.
• Prepares surgical suite and anesthetic machine for procedures.
• Properly cleans surgery suite post-op according to Lovet standard operating procedures.
• Prepares pets for procedures, including performing pre- and post-op lab tests and prepping surgical sites for procedures.
• Monitors anesthesia during procedure and pets’ vital parameters perioperatively.
• Provides post-operative care as needed, including extubating.
• Maintains appropriate and safe anesthetic depth.
• Performs intubation and induction of anesthesia.
• Prepares and administers injectable medications.
• Sets IV catheters and performs venipuncture.
• Removes sutures, drains, and staples.
• Apply simple bandages as needed.
• Implants microchips.
• Take x-rays, pre and post op as needed.
• Performs CPR as needed.
• Takes rooms and presents treatment plans, following Lovet clinical and operational guidelines.
• Complete and thorough documentation of surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, post operative care, client communication, etc.
• Ensures post operative discharge instructions, medications, and all items to go home with pet are prepared.
• Delivers client communication regarding the surgical procedure perioperatively, provides outstanding customer service
• Complies with individual hospital protocols and procedures, maintains open communication with onsite medical team regarding ongoing procedures and pets’ needs
• Schedule surgical procedures, consultations, and follow-up appointments across multiple locations.
• Maintain accurate records of scheduled surgeries, including patient information, surgical procedures, and follow-up care.
• Acts as a brand ambassador, always exhibiting the AZPV core values.
• Ensures adherence to all AZPV policies and procedures, workflows, and protocols.
• Follows all regulatory guidelines and requirements to ensure a safe and compliant workplace environment.
• Checks individual and hospital email throughout the hospital shift.
• Responds to individual and hospital emails in accordance with Lovet communication standards.
• Attends continuing education courses and stays up to date on the latest advances in veterinary medicine while maintaining appropriate licensure.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees