Experienced ER Veterinary Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift) at Dundee Animal Hospital – East Dundee, Illinois
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About This Position
Are you an experienced veterinary technician whose skills are being underutilized? Are you looking for a new challenge and a fast-paced environment where you are supported and can grow? If so, Dundee Animal Hospital may be the hospital for you!
As valued members of our emergency veterinary medical team, our skilled ER technicians are responsible for a wide variety of tasks including (but not limited to): placing IV catheters, drawing blood and running bloodwork, handling and restraining animals, assisting with surgery prep and anesthesia monitoring, administering subQ and IM injections, performing “in house” laboratory tests, and positioning, taking and developing radiographs.
Our ER technicians work with our skilled team of assistants and doctors to provide high-quality emergency patient care to those pets who need us most. Our core values include compassionate communication & education, kindness, positivity, and teamwork, and we’re looking to expand our team with someone who shares these values.
YOUR SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- You work well in a fast-paced environment
- You stay calm and composed under pressure, whether it’s an emergency or an upset client
- You have excellent problem-solving, time management, and decision-making skills
- You are able to work as part of a team with all levels of hospital staff
- You are well-spoken and handle your job duties in a professional & positive manner
- You are skilled in taking patient TPRs, animal handling/restraint, and client interaction
- You have experience administering SQ, IM, and IV fluids/injections, and more
OUR CULTURE
We have a friendly and supportive management team and staff, in addition to new talent and the latest technology to help ensure we continue to practice the best medicine.
OUR BENEFITS
- Additional $2.50/hour for ER shifts
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan & company matching
- Life insurance
- Paid time off & holiday pay
- Employee pet benefits & discounts
- Employee assistance program
- Continuing education allowance
- Scrub allowance
If you’re a positive, professional, and team-focused individual looking to grow with a practice that values and rewards its employees, we’d love to hear from you!
***2nd shift hours are normally 5:30 pm to 2:00 am, while 3rd shift hours are normally from 11:00 pm to 8:00 am. In addition, you must be able to work an every other weekend shift.***
36-40 hours per week
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the East Dundee, Illinois, 60118, United States region.