Veterinary Technician - Surgery | Chicago, IL

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  • Location: Chicago, IL

  • Company: Ethos Veterinary Health

flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, uniforms, and a generous CE allowance. We have a Veterinary Social Worker on staff for employees and clients as needed. About the Job: As a Vet Tech in the Surgery Department you will be responsible for: Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required.

Venipuncture; IV catheter placement; medication calculations and administration; digital radiography; patient prep and recovery; anesthesia monitoring for a variety of anesthetized procedures including endoscopy, CT, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic surgeries and laparoscopic

procedures. Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing outstanding client communication and education. Performing sterile scrub and assist doctors throughout surgical procedures including abdominal explores, cruciate repairs, fracture repairs, thoracotomies, and both laparoscopic and arthroscopic surgeries.

Advocating for the patient, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients. Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications. About You: Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must. Comprehensive understanding

and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required.

The ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and a commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community is required. Maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in stressful situations. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum 2 years experience in the veterinary field with anesthesia experience a must. CVT preferred. Shifts: Four 9-hour shifts and on- call requirements. Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual 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. PM19 Powered by Jazz HR

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