Certified Veterinary Technician

Premier Veterinary Group in Chicago, IL is hiring a full-time Certified V eterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team. Premier Veterinary Group believes that all veterinarians, pets, and pet owners deserve premier experiences. Everything we do reflects this belief.  We commit ourselves to acting with respect, honor, and dignity toward our patients, clients, and colleagues.

At Premier, an Internal Medicine Technician is responsible for anticipating and meeting the needs of the Internist. Sophisticated testing and equipment often aid in the diagnostic process, and it is the responsibility of the IM Technician to set up and assist with a variety of procedures (see 'common procedures' list).  An IM Technician must be familiar with a wide range of laboratory tests, and will be required to properly obtain, store and process lab samples.  Many procedures require sedation or general anesthesia, and an IM Technician may be asked to monitor very high-risk anesthetic patients.

An Internal Medicine Technician is a primary contact to the clients beginning with the initial triage/exam. An IM Technician prepares and presents estimates for procedures to be performed, updates owners regarding patient status, and presents patient discharge information.  The IM Technician assists with medical record keeping, prepares invoices, manages laboratory results, and aids in patient scheduling. An IM nurse often acts as a liaison between the doctor and client and will assist with patient follow-up, client communication, and managing long-term care for a variety of chronic and complex diseases. 

Compensation:

• $25-32/hr for CVTs
• $35-45/hr for VTS candidates

Common procedures:

• Ultrasound, ultrasound guided FNA/Biopsies
• ECGs/EKGs
• Abdominocentesis, thoracocentesis
• Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Rhinoscopy, Cytoscopy
• CT Imaging, contrast studies
• Bone marrow aspirates/biopsies
• CSF taps
• ACTH Stimulation test
• Glucose Curves
• Joint taps
• Arterial blood draws
• BAL/TTW
• Chemotherapy administration

Required basic veterinary technician skills:

• 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
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Proper animal restraint
• Peripheral catheter placement and properly securing them
• Venipuncture
• Knowledge of various routes of drug administration
• Calculation and administration of fluids and medications
• Aseptic surgical area preparation
• Monitoring and recording vital signs (TPR, SpO2, CO2, BP)
• Basic in-house laboratory testing (CBC/Chem, Lytes, IStat, UA)
• Maintain proper medical records
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds
• Stand on feet for long periods of time 

· ​​​​​​ Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

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.

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