Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Brentwood, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Brentwood, CA

3d•$27 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician for its Brentwood, California practice. The role provides emergency veterinary nursing care in a fast-paced hospital, working with doctors and teammates on cases ranging from minor to complex. The technician supports patients and pet parents with compassionate care and participates in triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing. The position includes opportunities to use advanced techniques and develop clinical skills through learning and mentorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
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 familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure and support teammates.
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.
Empathy and a people-centric approach, humility, ownership of work, curiosity, and commitment to learning and growth.

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 lead to extra compensation consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care and support to patients and pet parents throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
Deliver nursing care and treatments, and provide emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates, help shape care plans, and support the flow of care.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training and protocols.
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.

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $27–$56, based on leveling and experience; compensation includes base pay and a 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Possible 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.
Full-time credentialed employees receive a $2,500 annual travel stipend; full-time uncredentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, with fertility and family-building care for all types of families.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.