Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Cambridge, MA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Cambridge, MA

1d•$27 - $68•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care in its Cambridge, Massachusetts hospital. The role works on the front lines of emergency medicine, handling cases ranging from minor to complex and collaborating with doctors and teammates to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. The technician supports patients and their families throughout tests and treatment, providing a steady and empathetic presence during stressful situations. The position includes triage, nursing care, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing. It also involves advanced procedures and techniques, including IVs, CRIs, blood transfusions, CPR, imaging, sample collection, tube placement, central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasound. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year. The role requires availability for rotating or as-needed nights, weekends, and holidays, based on hospital needs. VEG emphasizes professional growth, mentorship, and learning opportunities. The company is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work. Relocation assistance and a signing bonus of up to $20,000 may be available, depending on experience.

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 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 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.
Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; this may lead to additional compensation consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and support to pet owners throughout tests, treatments, and other aspects of the visit.
Deliver nursing care and treatments from triage through discharge, including emotional support during critical situations.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates and help shape care plans and maintain the flow of patient care.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Perform diagnostic and imaging work, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques and procedures such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasound.

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $27–$68 per hour, including base pay and 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment, depending on role.
Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed VEGgies and $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.
Relocation assistance and a signing bonus of up to $20,000, depending on experience.