Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Hoboken, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Hoboken, NJ

11h•$25 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for people and their pets, as well as for its employees. The company operates 24/7 hospitals nationwide and focuses on providing exceptional emergency care, including for exotic animals. VEG emphasizes a positive work environment with opportunities for learning, mentorship, and career growth. VEG has been 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 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 as needed.
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

Treat every patient and person with importance, ensuring people and pets stay together through tests and treatments.
Provide nursing care, treatments, and emotional support during critical moments, from triage to discharge.
Administer medications, perform monitoring, and manage treatments such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate effectively as a team member and assist in shaping care plans.
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, including base and 401K match ($25/hr-$44/hr).
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment.
Extensive learning and growth opportunities, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed VEGgies, $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies).
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary) and inclusive fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Generous employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.