Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Part Time) - Federal Way, WA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Federal Way, WA

2d • $27 - $56

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care at its Federal Way, Washington practice. The role works overnight and is part of a team treating cases ranging from minor to complex emergencies. The technician collaborates with doctors and colleagues to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care while supporting pet parents through stressful situations. Work includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, with opportunities to continue developing clinical skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the practice is located.
• At least 1 year 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 the ability to remain calm under pressure and support colleagues.
• 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 according to hospital needs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from different backgrounds and personality types.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together and supporting them through tests and treatments.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from initial triage through discharge.
• Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Communicate with teammates and help shape care plans and maintain the flow of care.
• Perform CPR.
• Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
• Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
• Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, with a stated pay range of $27–$56 based on leveling and experience.
• Learning and growth programs, including clinical and leadership programs.
• Unlimited emergency continuing education and a travel stipend; part-time credentialed employees receive $1,000 per year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

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