Certified Veterinary Technician, Emergency
$45,760–$62,400 year
On-siteMundelein, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Triage incoming emergency patients, assess their condition, and partner with veterinarians to develop diagnostic and treatment plans. Deliver exceptional nursing care by completing treatments, monitoring hospitalized patients, and recognizing changes in patient status to ensure timely intervention. Collect and process diagnostic samples, utilize advanced imaging, and assist with a variety of medical procedures to support accurate diagnoses and patient care. Safely administer, monitor, and recover patients from sedation and anesthesia while providing attentive care throughout every stage of their procedure. Help maintain the flow and organization of the Emergency and Critical Care department, ensuring patients receive efficient, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. Communicate compassionately with clients by providing updates, answering questions, educating them on treatment plans, and supporting them through patient admissions and discharges. Collaborate with a skilled team of veterinarians and technicians to provide exceptional care for every patient while advocating for their comfort and well-being.
Required Qualifications
- Weekends Required
- Participation in Some Holiday Coverage
- 3rd Shift Available
- Either 3 Twelve OR 4 Nine Hour Shifts Per Week
- Full-Time
- Previous experience in veterinary medicine
- A positive, team-first attitude
- The ability to collaborate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client care teams
- Strong self-motivation
- The ability to prioritize tasks
- Work efficiently
- Take initiative in a dynamic hospital setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A compassionate, client-focused approach
- The ability to adapt your communication to a variety of situations
- Sound technical knowledge
- A commitment to following medical protocols
- Hospital policies
- Best practices
- Continuously growing your clinical skills
- A desire to learn
- Contribute
- Make a meaningful impact as part of a collaborative team dedicated to outstanding patient care
Desired Qualifications
- Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred
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