Veterinary Technician

Critical Care Certified Veterinary Technician (Full Time)

Premier Veterinary Group in Chicago, IL is hiring a full‑time Critical Care Certified Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency and Critical Care Team. A Critical Care Technician is a high‑level veterinary technician practicing at the top of their certification in their chosen specialty, exhibiting clinical excellence, independence, and leadership in their specialty and department.

$26‑32/hr based on experience and skill level. 3/12 shifts, 8:00 am‑8:00 pm.

• Full‑time benefits include service discounts, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 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 available to employees and clients as needed.
• Tuition reimbursement and mentorship for AVTAA membership and VTS credentials.

• Credentialed CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT preferred, but not required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in a high‑volume ICU/critical care unit.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and active‑listening skills.
• The ability to think critically, work well under pressure, and troubleshoot with a certain level of autonomy in situations requiring swift decisions.
• Outstanding communication skills to promote effective clinical training, client communication, and team building.

• Obtain and record detailed patient histories, perform physical examinations and patient observations.
• Perform basic to advanced anesthesia.
• Advanced understanding of patient diagnostic results and the ability to collaborate with veterinarians on plans for the next steps of care.
• Master detailed record keeping regarding patient history, condition, treatments, progress, and communications.
• Advanced knowledge of pharmacology, including medication/treatment protocols, mechanism of action, drug calculations and dosing, safe handling/use/disposal of medications, side effects, and contraindications with other medications.

Ready to take the next step on your career path at Premier Veterinary Group with Ethos Veterinary Health? Apply today!

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 utilizes state‑of‑the‑art technology and an evidence‑based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) 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.