BluePearl Pet Hospital in Skokie, IL is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team! Position: Emergency Veterinary Technician (CVT licensing not required) with our ICU department.
Work Schedule : Full Time; Night Shift
Pay Range APCAI/CVTII: $23.20 - $38.80/hour
*This pay band is dependent on local veterinary licensing, experience, and advancement through our competency assessment tool.
As an ICU Veterinary Technician, you will: Induce,monitorand recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heartand respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs and alert Veterinarian to changes and issues.
Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
Are proficient at performing phlebotomy and placing intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.
Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
Have a passion for mentoring and training other co-workers.
Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.
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Why BluePearl? Pet Passion: Enjoy Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for medical care at BluePearl.
Growth Opportunities: Advance your skills with our talent development programs and leadership workshops.
As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their careers.
Continuing Education: Benefit from annual CE allowances, free training sessions, and a free VETgirl Elite membership.
Penn Foster Scholarship reimbursement of 90% for full-time associates.
Career Advancement: Explore roles in our specialty departments (Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, and Radiology) and enjoy financial support for VTS credentials.
Supportive Environment: Access mental health resources, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Benefits Include: Bi-annual merit increase opportunities
Paid time off and floating holidays
401k and retirement planning
Maternal and Paternal leave benefits
Hinge Health membership
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Local and regional Mental Health and Wellness benefits (a few of many examples include 12 free therapy sessions annually, a free Calm wellness app subscription, and access to regional social work)
Free VETgirl Elite membership and continuing education
Opportunities for volunteerism and professional development (examples include coral reef restoration and Animal Humane Society volunteer initiatives in Arizona and Hawaii).
Apply Today: Apply now and become a key part of our vibrant team, dedicated to providing exceptional care in an innovative and supportive environment.
BluePearl Pet Hospital - Where your passion for pets meets endless career possibilities. Transform your career and make a real difference!
We promote a collaborative culture in our hospitals.
We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets and our team.
BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed,
sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.
The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.