Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Scout Veterinary Urgent Care is hiring an experienced, compassionate Veterinary Technician to provide accessible urgent care for pets and support pet parents through unexpected moments. The role is based in Westchester, Illinois, but training will take place in Wheaton before the position transfers to Westchester in January 2027. The technician will work in a collaborative, fast-paced setting and contribute to urgent and emergency care, patient communication, accurate documentation, and a positive team culture. The role also includes mentoring veterinary assistants and upholding Scout’s standards for safety, empathy, and clinical excellence. This is a full-time position requiring availability for Scout’s A/B rotating schedule. Candidates must be able to fulfill the full-time schedule as assigned.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting.
- Strong technical skills and comfort with urgent or emergent cases.
- Proficiency in medical math calculations, including drug dosage and unit conversion.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Availability for Scout’s A/B rotating schedule and ability to fulfill the full-time schedule as assigned.
Nice To Haves
- Illinois CVT license (preferred, but not required).
- Experience in emergency or urgent care environments.
- Familiarity with cloud-based veterinary software.
- Interest in mentoring and leadership development.
Responsibilities
- Perform technical procedures including radiology, venipuncture, catheter placement, sedation monitoring, and laboratory testing.
- Assist with triage, patient stabilization, and urgent care treatments.
- Administer medications under veterinarian supervision.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners about care and discharge instructions.
- Maintain accurate medical records and support digital documentation.
- Mentor veterinary assistants and contribute to a positive team culture.
- Uphold Scout’s standards for safety, empathy, and clinical excellence.
- Participate in monthly team meetings.
Benefits
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Continuing education support.
- Uniform support.
- 401(k) with match after 90 days.
- Paid parental leave.
- Professional development support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
