Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Larkspur, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Larkspur, CA

20h•$24 - $56

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care as part of a collaborative hospital team. The role handles cases ranging from minor to complex, working with doctors and teammates to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care. The technician participates in triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing, while providing compassionate support to pet parents during stressful moments. The position offers opportunities to use and grow emergency-care skills in a fast-paced environment.

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.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; these credentials may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

Treat patients and clients with care, keeping people and pets together and supporting them through tests and treatments.
Provide 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 using RECOVER 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 ultrasounds.