Certified Veterinary Technician

Certified Veterinary Technician – Care Animal Hospital Arlington Heights, IL We are looking for a full-time and/or part-time Certified Veterinary Technician to work 3rd shift (overnight). Training is provided to increase technical skills. This position supports the overnight care of both hospitalized and boarded animals. We believe in a Whole Person Approach. This includes a living wage for all hospital team members, best-in-class benefits, mental health support, and continuous education. Investing in our teams and sharing the growth that they are instrumental in driving are top priorities, which is why every team member is eligible to participate in our revenue sharing program as well. All positions come with growth opportunities – whether you are seeking skill development to advance your career or to build additional capacity to better serve your community, we custom tailor plans for each team member’s career journey. Duties and Responsibilities Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters treatments and charges in computer. Restrains animals for Veterinarian as required. Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner. Applies knowledge of drawing blood, accessing veins quickly and minimizing patient discomfort to perform testing procedures. Performs specimen testing procedures accurately on blood, urine or other samples according to medical orders using all related equipment and computers. Assists Veterinarian with in-patient care in daily treatments to include maintaining and calculating IV fluids to assure they are still flowing, draws blood samples as requested and passes urethrocatheters. Perform anesthesia induction and monitoring. Dispenses medication and feeds patients as directed. Communicates with patient’s owner by describing medication, possible complications and warnings. Utilizes computer system to enter and reference patient information as needed. Performs necessary lab work such as x-rays, CBCs, blood profiles, urinalysis, heartworm tests, FELV/FIV tests, fecal tests, cultures and sensitivities and fungus cultures. Documents test results and delivers to appropriate personnel promptly. Prepares specimens for mailing to hospitals according to practice requirements. Assures all materials are in exam rooms for doctors such as otoscopes and nail clippers. Schedules and/or performs routine maintenance of testing equipment. Maintains cleanliness of exam room at all times. Sets laboratory standards, changes operations, and provides training to staff as required. Assists in animal care as needed. Handles all tasks associated with x-ray process to include entry of patient information, proper positioning of animals, and preparing forms to be e-mailed or referred as needed. Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients. Admits and discharges patients. Takes, processes and logs prescription refills in-house, calls out pharmacy and online pharmacy. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods. Other duties as assigned. *Denotes an Essential Function Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The technician must be able to multi-task, think quickly on their feet, and develop positive working relationships with clients and co-workers. Skills The technician must have skills/knowledge on how to perform dental cleanings, charting teeth abnormalities, anesthesia induction and monitoring, surgical preparation, intravenous catheter placement, vaccination administration, venipuncture, in-house lab work, and filling prescriptions. The new team member must work well with others as well as independently, take initiative and thrive in a busy work environment. Education and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Veterinary Technician in the state of Illinois is required. Benefits Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr