Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Denver, CO

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Denver, CO

1d • $25 - $51 • 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. VEG operates 24/7 hospitals nationwide and focuses on providing an exceptional emergency care experience. The company emphasizes a supportive work environment with opportunities for learning and career growth. VEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

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 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.
• VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia.
• Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of emergency cases, from minor to complex.
• Collaborate with doctors and the team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.
• Participate in triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Provide a steady and compassionate presence for pet parents during stressful times.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support during critical moments.
• Administer medications, monitoring, and advanced treatments like IVs and CRIs.
• Perform CPR.
• Conduct diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
• Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.
• Utilize advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: pay range is $25-$51 per hour, based on leveling and experience.
• 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