Certified Veterinary Technician

Overview

Companion Animal Hospital of Mount Prospect is seeking a

Veterinary Technician to join our team!

• $1000.00 sign on Bonus!*

At Companion Animal Hospital of Mount Prospect, our dedicated team of animal lovers is committed to delivering the most outstanding veterinary care to the Mount Prospect and Arlington Heights areas with an emphasis on progressive medicine, personable service, and lasting commitment to our clientele.

Location:

2010 Camp McDonald Rd Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Shift Details:

This is a full time position (30+hours/week)

4-10 hours shifts available

1-2 Saturdays/month (8a-2p)

Clinic Hours:

Monday

8:00am

• 7:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am

• 7:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am

• 5:00pm

Thursday

8:00am

• 7:00pm

Friday

8:00am

• 6:00pm

Saturday

8:00am

• 2:00pm

Sunday

Closed

Compensation:

$24-27/hr

Increases with Commensurate Experience!

Licensure not required, but valued!

As an AAHA accredited hospital, we truly value our Certified Veterinary Technician's. With new hospital protocols, we are leveraging CVT's to their fullest extent. They will play a critical role in the growth and evolution of the practice. We are continuously elevating the medical standard of the care provided and want to have the right technicians to help us drive this forward!

Benefits we offer:

• Discounts for your furry friends!

• Medical, vision and dental benefits package.

• 401k program with company match starting day 1!

• A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.

• Developmental opportunities for mentorship, growth and leadership within a greater network of clinics.

• Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony

• You'll get PTO and have the time to use it!

• Free virtual yoga, fitness and meditation classes for ALL employees.

• Free virtual registered dietitian lead wellness, nutrition and cooking classes for ALL employees.

• Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.

• Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.

• Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals.

• Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.

• Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.

• Maintain excellent client communication.

• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.

• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.

• Answer client's inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client's medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.

Qualifications

Talents you'll bring to MVP:

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.

• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.

• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.

• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.

• Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.

• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.

• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

• The employee must be confident around pets.

Why Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP)?

Because we do things a bit differently here. We're a rapidly growing network of veterinary hospitals located throughout the United States. And while it's important to know who we are, it's more important to know what drives us - our mission to be the employer of choice in veterinary medicine. Our actions speak louder than those words. We put people before profits and invest in our talented teams. Our connection to our core values last longer than a quick glance through the employee handbook - we live them every day! MVP is a place where careers thrive for those who believe the right team can achieve anything.

What's in it for you?

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, pet health discounts and dollar for dollar match on 401K...not to mention a team of smart and friendly coworkers!

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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