Certified Veterinary Technician, Emergency
Ethos Veterinary Health·Mundelein, Illinois
Ethos Veterinary Health·Mundelein, Illinois
Triage and provide comprehensive care for patients in the Emergency and Critical Care Department. Partner with veterinarians to execute diagnostics, treatments, and anesthetic events while managing client communication.
In Your Day-To-Day, You Will
Triage incoming emergency patients, assess their condition, and partner with veterinarians to develop diagnostic and treatment plans.
Deliver exceptional nursing care by completing treatments, monitoring hospitalized patients, and recognizing changes in patient status to ensure timely intervention.
Collect and process diagnostic samples, utilize advanced imaging, and assist with a variety of medical procedures to support accurate diagnoses and patient care.
Safely administer, monitor, and recover patients from sedation and anesthesia while providing attentive care throughout every stage of their procedure.
Help maintain the flow and organization of the Emergency and Critical Care department, ensuring patients receive efficient, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.
Communicate compassionately with clients by providing updates, answering questions, educating them on treatment plans, and supporting them through patient admissions and discharges.
Collaborate with a skilled team of veterinarians and technicians to provide exceptional care for every patient while advocating for their comfort and well-being.
What You Bring
Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, but candidates of all experience levels are encourage to apply, including veterinary technician students
Previous experience in veterinary medicine with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
A positive, team-first attitude and the ability to collaborate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client care teams.
Strong self-motivation with the ability to prioritize tasks, work efficiently, and take initiative in a dynamic hospital setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate, client-focused approach and the ability to adapt your communication to a variety of situations.
Sound technical knowledge and a commitment to following medical protocols, hospital policies, and best practices while continuously growing your clinical skills.
A desire to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact as part of a collaborative team dedicated to outstanding patient care.
Join Premier Veterinary Group Mundelein during an exciting time of growth! In early 2025, we opened the doors to our brand-new, 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art hospital, designed to support exceptional patient care and an outstanding team experience. Our collaborative team of veterinarians and support staff is passionate about delivering high-quality urgent veterinary care while building meaningful relationships with pets, their families, and one another. If you're looking for a workplace that values teamwork, compassion, and professional growth, you'll find your next opportunity at Premier Mundelein.
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About Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day.
You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street.
You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!
Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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Certification or licensing as a veterinary technician is preferred, and several years of related experience are desired. Candidates must be team players with strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Market context
In Illinois, emergency Certified Veterinary Technician roles are typically in steady demand because 24/7 hospitals need experienced support for urgent triage, monitoring, and treatment. These positions are competitive because employers often look for several years of related experience, and certification or licensure is preferred even when not required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and be ready to highlight hands-on emergency, ICU, or fast-paced clinical experience in your application.
