Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Millburn, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Millburn, NJ

7d • $25 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for people, their pets, and the staff. With hospitals nationwide, VEG operates 24/7, 365 days a year, offering a better emergency experience. VEG provides opportunities for career growth in veterinary emergency medicine by transforming ER practices, featuring open-concept hospitals that handle all types of emergency cases, including exotics. The company emphasizes an immersive, customer-focused experience to deliver exceptional care. VEG is committed to creating a positive work environment for its employees, known as VEGgies, offering a sense of belonging, value, unparalleled learning and mentorship opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact. VEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
• 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.
• VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and will lead to extra considerations in compensation.
• Experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Treat every patient and person with importance, keeping people and pets together through tests and treatments.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support during critical moments, from initial triage to discharge.
• Administer medications, perform monitoring, and execute advanced treatments such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Communicate effectively as a team member and think like a leader to help shape plans and ensure smooth care delivery.
• Perform CPR as a trained RECOVER professional.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
• Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.
• Utilize advanced techniques including central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation ($25/hr-$44/hr)
• Focus on learning and growth with VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
• Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($1,000/year for part-time credentialed VEGgies, $400/year for part-time uncredentialed VEGgies).
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs.
• Cool VEG swag.
• Food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED