Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Maple Grove, MN

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Maple Grove, MN

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care at its Maple Grove, Minnesota practice. The technician will work with doctors and the hospital team to care for patients with a range of emergencies, from minor to complex, while supporting pet parents with compassionate, emotionally intelligent care. The role includes triage, nursing care, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing. Technicians may perform procedures and use techniques including IVs, CRIs, blood transfusions, CPR, imaging, sample collection, tube placement, central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasound. The position is part of a fast-paced emergency setting and requires availability for rotating or as-needed nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and understanding 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 periods, 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 varied 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 emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and support pet parents throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate and collaborate with teammates to shape care plans and keep care moving.
Perform CPR in accordance with training.
Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasound.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base pay and a 401(k) match.
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, active employment.
Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend.
For full-time credentialed employees, a $2,500 annual travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, including fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.