Emergency/ICU Veterinary Technician - Evening & Weekend Role

Are you an experienced veterinary technician who loves the thrill of emergency medicine and not knowing what is going to come in next? Are you organized, dependable and ready to flex the skill set you've been cultivating since the start of your career? If so, NVA Animal Medical Center of Plainfield wants to see your resume!

Job Description:
We are seeking flexible, well-rounded, experienced ER Veterinary Technicians (3+ years) to join our team for a variety of shifts, including afternoon (2 PM–10 PM), swing, weekend, and holiday coverage at our hospital.

About Us:
NVA Animal Medical Center of Plainfield provides urgent care for pets who are sick or injured when their primary care veterinarian is closed or overwhelmed. We service the entire Southwest suburbs of Chicago and our growing 20-doctor practice not only offers emergency services, but we also offer ER surgical services such as caesarians, ingested foreign body removal, GDV surgery, laceration repair and any other procedures that cannot wait until the primary care veterinarian's office is open and available. We utilize digital radiography, in-house laboratory and blood typing, isolation ward and two surgical suites. We had our GRAND OPENING: August 1st, 2023 that is equipped with 2 state of the art surgical suites, dual dental suites, 2 isolation wards for canines, a large canine hospitalization ward and separated feline ward and 20 exam rooms! We offer in house abdominal and focused Ultrasounds through our in house Ultrasound technician and more!

What you Can Expect:
Great Learning Opportunities
Strong Partnerships
Giving back to the community
Team Appreciation

What We Expect:
Compassionate
Positive Attitude
Hard Working
Adaptability
Team Player

Desired Skills:
Phlebotomy & catheter placement

Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique

Anesthesia monitoring proficiency

Perioperative surgical nursing skills

ICU nursing skills

Experience operating fluid pumps and maintaining IV sets

Triage skills

Emergency Medicine skills to include CPR proficiency

Hours for this position are as follows:

• Afternoon shifts (2 PM–10 PM)
• Swing shifts (may extend as late as 4 AM)
• Weekend shifts (Friday–Sunday, 8 AM–8 PM)
• Holiday shifts (minimum of 35 hours per year)
• Full-time position
• Flexible scheduling with 6-, 8-, or 12-hour shifts

Benefits for full time employees:
·Paid Time Off

· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

· Short/Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

· Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· 401k (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

· Weekend Pay Differential (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

· Employee Pet Discounts (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

· CE Allowance & License Reimbursement

· Uniforms Provided & Replacements

· EAP, Anniversary & Birthday Gifts, Employee Engagement Events

·Double time pay for holidays (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

·24 hours of sick time (Full time employees)

Compensation:

$19–$26 per hour, based on experience and skill level

Work Location:

• 13813 S. Rt 59, Plainfield IL

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care to animals, including administering CPR and IV insertion as needed.
• Perform animal catheterization and assist in critical care procedures within the ICU.
• Utilize veterinary terminology and knowledge of animal anatomy to assess and treat patients.
• Handle and restrain animals safely during examinations and treatments.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and other staff to ensure optimal patient care and recovery.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist in laboratory procedures as required.