Overnight Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Austin, TX (Cedar Park)

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Cedar Park, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician for its Cedar Park, Austin, Texas practice. The role is part of a team providing emergency veterinary care for cases ranging from minor to complex. The technician collaborates with doctors and colleagues to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care while supporting pets and their people through stressful situations. The work includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical-care nursing, with opportunities to continue developing clinical skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Credentialing as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located is required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary technician role.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Strong 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; 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 is strongly preferred.
• Experience in emergency or specialty medicine is preferred.
• VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may receive additional compensation consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and support for patients and their people 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 with teammates and help shape care plans and maintain the flow of care.
• Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
• Conduct diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
• Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
• Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including a 401(k) match.
• Health and wellness benefits beginning 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-care continuing education, and a travel stipend. Full-time credentialed employees receive a $2,500 annual travel stipend; full-time uncredentialed employees receive $1,000.
• 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 fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED