Emergency Veterinary Technician- Overnight

Emergency Medicine Chicago, Illinois

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Description

MedVet is a leading specialty and emergency veterinary hospital located in Chicago, IL. Our state-of-the-art facility houses board-certified specialists in internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, oncology, neurology, critical care, and more. We are committed to providing exceptional medical care and compassionate service for both our patients and their loving families.
We are currently seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our growing team and help support our specialty and emergency services. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a keen eye for detail, and are passionate about veterinary medicine, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Summary:

The Emergency Veterinary Technician plays a critical role in delivering high-quality emergency and critical care to patients. This position involves triage, intensive monitoring, emergency procedures, and direct support of veterinarians in a high-pressure environment. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a deep passion for animal care.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Triage incoming emergency patients and communicate critical findings to veterinarians
  • Provide emergency and critical care nursing to ill and injured animals
  • Monitor and record vital signs (TPR, blood pressure, ECG, etc.)
  • Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments as prescribed
  • Assist with emergency procedures, anesthetic monitoring, and recovery care
  • Perform diagnostic procedures including blood draws, radiographs, and laboratory testing
  • Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
  • Operate and maintain medical equipment such as infusion pumps, and oxygen cages
  • Communicate effectively with clients during high-stress situations, providing education and emotional support
  • Ensure a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical environment
  • Follow all hospital protocols and safety procedures

Qualifications:

  Required:

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Minimum 1–2 years of veterinary technician experience (emergency experience preferred)
    • Proficiency in emergency procedures and critical care nursing
    • Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

   Preferred: 

    • Veterinary Technician License/Certification preferred but not required
    • Experience in a specialty or emergency veterinary setting

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay (based on experience and certification)
  • Shift differentials for overnight/weekend shifts
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Continuing education (CE) opportunities and license reimbursement
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

Compensation: 

This position has an initial hiring range of $24 to $34 per hour based on skillset and experience.

Schedule:

Rotating overnight shifts including weekends. Enjoy a flexible schedule with options for 4 10-hour shifts or 3 12-hour shifts. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or holidays is highly valued.

 
 
  
Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.  
 

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