Certified Veterinary Technician-Emergency
thrive pet healthcareHoffman Estates, IL
$32-35/hr
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Certified Veterinary Technician-Emergency
thrive pet healthcareHoffman Estates, ILMid L4
$32-35/hr
Veterinary Technologists and TechniciansVeterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal CaretakersVeterinarians
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Certified Veterinary Technician- ERThrive Pet Healthcare Specialists- Hoffman Estates is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.
Role Responsibilities:
Support emergency veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns, medications, and additional treatments.
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Experience & Skills Requirements:
Preferred:
CVT/LVT/RVT, CVT eligible, CVT students; CVT not required
Clinical background in ER or Urgent care veterinary medicine required
Anesthesia experience is highly preferred
A strong knowledge base of medical treatments including but not limited to; CRI setup/maintenance, NG tubes, central line placement, glucose curves, post-surgical care, oxygen-dependent patients, blocked cats, etc.
A strong knowledge base of infectious diseases and systemic disorders is key.
Accurately performs routine, in-house laboratory procedures, including the collection, preparation, and handling of all specimens according to hospital protocols.
An up-to-date knowledge base of laboratory testing and the necessary samples needed for submission.
Ability to articulate professional veterinary verbiage while maintaining a medical record.
Exercise a high level of communication with clients and referral partners.
Provide compassionate patient care.
Understands basic emergency care including CPR.
Has motivation and takes initiative to help teammates in any situation.
Youll Grow With Us
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - Thrive U
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Benefitsour care in action
We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:
Compensation $32-35/hr
Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
Pet Perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
401k program
Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $32-35 hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pets life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.
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Level
Mid L4
Salary
$32-35/hr
Location
Hoffman Estates, IL
Occupation
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Industry
Veterinary Services
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