Veterinary Technician Overnight Emergency

City: Plainfield

State: Illinois

Hospital Name: Animal Medical Center of Plainfield

Job Type: Veterinary Technician

Job description:

Are you an experienced ER Veterinary Technician looking for an exciting overnight role in emergency and critical care? Animal Medical Center of Plainfield is seeking skilled and passionate technicians to join our state-of-the-art emergency department in Plainfield, IL. Our 20-doctor, full-service General Practice and Emergency hospital provides exceptional care to pets throughout the Southwest suburbs of Chicago. Due to our hospital’s rapid growth, we need dedicated overnight ER technicians to help us continue delivering top-tier emergency care.

Why Join Us?

· Brand New, Cutting-Edge Facility – Opened in 2023, featuring 20 exam rooms, 2 surgical suites, an ICU with oxygen cages, and double dental suites.

· Exciting & Varied Case Load – We perform ER surgical services, including C-sections, foreign body removals, GDV surgeries, laceration repairs, and more.

· Incredible DVM Team – Work alongside veterinarians with 25-30 years of experience who are passionate about mentoring and teaching.

· Supportive, Team-Focused Culture – A hospital built on recognition, teamwork, and employee engagement.

· Flexible Overnight Scheduling – Offering full-time opportunities 8pm-8am. Employees are required to work mandatory holiday shifts per year.

· Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials – $21-$30/hour based on experience.

Position Details & Requirements:

· Overnight ER Veterinary Technician – Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of experience in emergency medicine and are comfortable with triage, ICU patient care, and surgery.

· Full-Time Opportunities Available

Desired Skills:

· Phlebotomy & Catheter Placement

· Knowledge of Radiology Safety & Proper Technique

· Anesthesia Monitoring Proficiency

· Perioperative Surgical Nursing Skills

· ICU Nursing Skills

· Experience Operating Fluid Pumps & Maintaining IV Sets

· Triage & Emergency Medicine Skills, Including CPR Proficiency

Full Benefits Package for Full-Time Employees:

· Paid Time Off

· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

· Short/Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

· Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· 401k (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

· Weekend Pay Differential (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

· Employee Pet Discounts (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

· CE Allowance & License Reimbursement

· Uniforms Provided & Replacements

· EAP, Anniversary & Birthday Gifts, Employee Engagement Events

·Double time pay for holidays (Available for Full-Time & Part-Time Employees)

·24 hours of sick time (Full time employees)

Be Part of a Team That Supports You!

At Animal Medical Center of Plainfield, we love what we do and who we work with. Our hospital culture is built on teamwork, recognition, and continuous learning. If you're looking for a supportive environment where you can advance your career in emergency veterinary medicine, this is the place for you!

Ready to take the next step in your Overnight ER Veterinary Technician career? Apply today!