Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Boulder, CO

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Boulder, CO

1d • $25 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of assisting people and their pets during critical times by challenging the existing norms in emergency veterinary care. With hospitals nationwide operating 24/7, VEG has established a superior emergency experience for clients, patients, and employees. VEG offers career advancement opportunities in veterinary emergency medicine by transforming the ER environment with open-concept hospitals capable of handling diverse cases, including exotics. The company emphasizes an immersive, customer-focused approach to provide exceptional care and foster a supportive work environment with ample learning and mentorship opportunities for professional growth.

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 familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Fine motor skills for patient handling and medical equipment use.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, work on the floor, and 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 effectively in a fast-paced environment with diverse individuals.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program.
• VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia.
• Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Treat every patient and person with importance, ensuring people and pets stay 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 procedures such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Communicate effectively as a team member and think critically to contribute to care plans and ensure smooth operations.
• Perform CPR as a trained RECOVER professional.
• Conduct diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
• Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.
• Utilize advanced techniques including central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Pay ranges from $25-$51/hr based on assessment results.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Scrubs provided.
• Company swag.
• Food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

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