Emergency Veterinary Technician

About the role

This is a Full-time opportunity, working 3 x 12-hour day shifts with rotating weekends and limited holiday coverage. The schedule is a Day/1st shift position.

Compensation

Compensation is $23 – $35/hour. Pay range is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.

About the hospital

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is a 24/7 emergency, specialty, and primary care hospital providing advanced, team-based veterinary medicine. The Emergency & Critical Care department includes a fully staffed ICU dedicated to continuous monitoring and treatment of critically ill patients. We practice a level of medicine comparable to human healthcare, with advanced diagnostics, specialty collaboration, and cutting-edge treatment options. As a teaching-focused hospital, you'll work alongside experienced veterinarians, specialists, and credentialed technicians in an environment that prioritizes mentorship, learning, and high clinical standards.

The role

As a Veterinary Technician in Emergency & Critical Care, you will play a vital role in patient care across both emergency and ICU settings. You will support cases ranging from triage and stabilization to intensive ongoing critical care, working closely with a collaborative ER and specialty team.

What we're looking for

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to become credentialed (VTNE eligible)
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and effective in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for high-quality, patient-centered critical care

What you’ll do

• Triage and stabilize emergency patients
• Provide advanced nursing care in ICU and critical care settings
• Administer medications, CRIs, and fluid therapy
• Perform diagnostic testing (lab work, imaging, sample collection)
• Assist with advanced procedures (central lines, transfusions, oxygen therapy)
• Communicate with clients during high-stress situations with empathy and clarity
• Collaborate closely with ER doctors, specialists, and support staff

Total rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
• WOOF University – offering abundant virtual CE Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Location

2600 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60506

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!