Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Madison, WI
About The Position
VEG was founded in 2014 with the mission to assist people and their pets during critical times by improving the emergency veterinary experience. VEG has expanded to numerous locations nationwide, operating 24/7. The company aims to provide a superior emergency experience for patients, clients, and employees. VEG offers opportunities for career growth in veterinary emergency medicine, transforming the ER environment with open-concept hospitals capable of handling diverse cases, including exotics. The company emphasizes a customer-focused approach and a supportive work environment that values employees, offering learning and mentorship opportunities. 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 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, 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 effectively 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, monitor patients, and perform procedures such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
- Communicate effectively as a team member and contribute to care planning and flow.
- Perform CPR and other life-saving techniques.
- 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 salary and 401K match.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
- Access to QPR training and free therapy or counseling.
- Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment.
- Significant focus on learning and growth, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
- Unlimited ER CE with a travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed VEGgies, $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies).
- Clinical student loan repayment program.
- 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, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
