Certified Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Schedule

2nd Shift | 4pm-1am | Weekdays and Rotating Weekends

Compensation

$25/hr+ Dependent on Experience | Applicable Shift Differentials ~ $3/hr for 2nd shift

About the role

At WVRC Racine/Kenosha, you'll be part of a supportive team where your technical skills, compassion, and dedication make a difference for pets and their families every day. As a growing 24/7 emergency hospital, you'll gain hands-on experience with a diverse caseload, allowing you to expand your clinical knowledge and work at the top of your abilities. You'll collaborate alongside experienced emergency professionals who are committed to mentorship, teamwork, and helping one another succeed. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment where every shift brings new challenges, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow your career, WVRC Racine/Kenosha is the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Support the health and wellbeing of pets by performing proficient patient triage, speedy trauma assessments, extensive diagnostics, emergency patient stabilization, and in-depth patient care
• Utilize technical skill sets by executing tasks such as restraint, phlebotomy, catheter placement, general nursing care, drug calculations from fluid rates to CRIs, in addition to monitoring general anesthesia and more
• Work closely with veterinarians, veterinary technicians and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

Requirements

• Certified Veterinary Technician credentials highly preferred for this role
• Emergency or Specialty experience is highly preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience working in a Veterinary Hospital setting is required
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required
• Maintain a positive outlook and ability to contribute in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected
• Strong Technical skills including phlebotomy, medication calculations, and radiology positioning

Benefits

• Medical - Dental - Vision - HSA & Flexible Spending Plan Options
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options
• 401(k) with match
• CE Allowance
• Paid Time Off (3 weeks accrual per year)
• Uniform Allowance
• Veterinary Service Benefits
• Extensive training to all new (and existing) employees with our Learning & Development Trainers to advance their skills and career
• Referral Bonuses
• Being a part of a team of elite professionals who prioritize the needs of their patients

WVRC Racine/Kenosha is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals throughout Racine County and the surrounding southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois communities including: Mount Pleasant, Sturtevant, Racine, Somers, Caledonia, Pleasant Prairie, Franksville, Union Grove, Bristol, Oak Creek, Cudahy, Greenfield, Hales Corners, Franklin, Yorkville, Salem Lakes, Burlington, Kenosha, Zion, IL, Gurnee, IL, Waukegan, IL, Milwaukee.