Certified Veterinary Technician

The Premier Veterinary Group in Chicago, IL is hiring a full- time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team!

Benefits of Working at PVG Chicago:

Compensation is based on experience and skill level ($23-32/hr ). 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: As a Vet Tech in the Surgery Department you will be responsible for:

• Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required.
• Venipuncture; IV catheter placement; medication calculations and administration; digital radiography; patient prep and recovery; anesthesia monitoring for a variety of anesthetized procedures including endoscopy, CT, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic surgeries and laparoscopic procedures.
• Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing outstanding client communication and education.
• Performing sterile scrub and assist doctors throughout surgical procedures including abdominal explores, cruciate repairs, fracture repairs, thoracotomies, and both laparoscopic and arthroscopic surgeries.
• Advocating for the patient, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients.
• Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• CVT or experienced nurse with a minimum of 3 years in emergency or specialty setting with advanced anesthesia experience (ASA 3-5)
• New graduates or current CVT students are welcome to apply

Shifts: Four 9-hour shifts and on- call requirements.

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. .