Certified Veterinary Technician Jobs in Illinois

The Premier Veterinary Group in Chicago, IL is looking to add an experienced Anesthesia CVT to our highly skilled team.

Schedule and Compensation:

• Day shift
• Four 9 hour weekday shifts per week + on call rotation
• Pay range is $25-35/hr based on experience and skill level for CVTs, $35-45 for VTS candidates.

Benefits of Working at PVG Chicago:

Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, uniforms, and a generous CE allowance. We have a Veterinary Social Worker on staff for employees and clients as needed.

About the Job:

You will be responsible for performing anesthesia for our specialty and emergency patients, providing the highest quality care for hospitalized patients, and assisting the surgeons and veterinarians with receiving new patients and discharges.

We are looking for someone with extensive anesthesia and nursing care experience, with great attention to detail, who is a positive team player and excited by continuous learning and development. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional, compassionate, client service is expected.

Requirements

• Veterinary Technician credentialing is required for this role
• Graduate of accredited AVMA program or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in veterinary anesthesia
• Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs
• Proficiency in record keeping related to medical procedures including daily treatments administered, patient status, procedures completed, supplies used, and anesthetic records
• Understanding and review of medical records pertinent to patient care
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required
• Maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected

About You:

Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must. Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required. The ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and a commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community is required. Maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in stressful situations.

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.