Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - San Antonio, TX

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • San Antonio, TX

8h • 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 open 24/7, VEG offers a unique approach to emergency veterinary medicine, including open-concept hospitals that handle all types of emergencies, even exotics. VEG prioritizes creating a positive and supportive work environment for its employees, known as 'VEGgies,' offering opportunities for learning, mentorship, 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 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.
• 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 gold standard, emotionally intelligent care.
• Perform triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Provide a steady, compassionate presence for pet parents during stressful times.
• Keep people and pets together through tests and treatments.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support in critical moments.
• Administer medications, monitoring, and advanced treatments like IVs and CRIs.
• Communicate effectively as a teammate and assist in shaping care plans.
• Perform CPR and utilize advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.
• Conduct diagnostics, imaging, and sample collection.
• Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
• QPR training.
• Access to free therapy or counseling.
• Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment.
• Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed, $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed).
• Clinical student loan repayment.
• Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary).
• Inclusive fertility and family-building care.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs.
• Cool VEG swag.
• Food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees