Part-time Veterinary Technician

Part-time Veterinary Technician at VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital Compensation: $22 - 35/hr, and the starting range for technicians is determined by licensure, skill set, and years of experience. Financial growth opportunities are available. This is an exciting opportunity for a technician who enjoys utilizing advanced technical skills, critical thinking, and compassionate nursing care in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. In This Role, You Will: Provide exceptional nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients. Collaborate closely with Criticalists, ER Doctors, Specialists, and fellow technicians. Perform triage assessments and assist with patient stabilization. Utilize advanced technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, diagnostic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, oxygen therapy, and blood transfusion support. Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients, recognizing subtle changes in patient status and communicating findings to the medical team. Assist with emergency procedures and advanced treatments. Educate clients and provide clear discharge instructions. Help create a positive, collaborative environment focused on outstanding patient care. About Us VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, multi-specialty referral and emergency hospital located in Downers Grove, Illinois. Our team includes Emergency & Critical Care, Specialty Services, and highly trained support staff who are committed to advancing veterinary medicine while providing compassionate care to pets and the people who love them. We take pride in fostering a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development, making Arboretum View an excellent place for technicians looking to expand their skills in emergency and specialty medicine. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we're committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. Location: 2551 Warrenville Road, Downers Grove, IL, 60515 Benefits: medical dental vision paid vacation/sick days 401(k) generous employee pet discounts and more The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com #J-18808-Ljbffr VCA Animal Hospitals