Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Littleton, CO

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Littleton, CO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for both pets and their owners, as well as for the staff. VEG operates 24/7 hospitals nationwide and offers opportunities for career growth and mentorship. The company is certified as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026. The Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician role is a per diem position within a team focused on emergency veterinary care. Technicians will manage a variety of cases, collaborate with doctors, and provide compassionate care to pet owners during stressful times. The role involves triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state of practice.
1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse individuals.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program strongly preferred.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and will lead to extra considerations in compensation.

Responsibilities

Treat every patient and person with importance, keeping people and pets together through tests and treatments.
Provide nursing care, treatments, and emotional support during critical moments, from triage to discharge.
Administer medications, monitoring, and treatments such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate effectively as a teammate and assist in shaping plans and ensuring care continuity.
Perform CPR.
Conduct diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
Administer anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Utilize advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.