Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Roseville, CA
About The Position
As a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you are part of a team providing emergency veterinary care for cases ranging from minor to complex. You collaborate with doctors and teammates to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care while supporting patients and pet parents. The work includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, with opportunities to use and develop advanced veterinary skills. VEG operates open-concept emergency hospitals and is committed to creating a supportive workplace with learning and mentorship opportunities. Hospitals are open 24/7, 365 days a year. VEG describes its mission as helping people and their pets when they need it most and emphasizes an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and respected.
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 comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
- Strong 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.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program.
- VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; these specialties may receive extra compensation consideration.
- Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
Responsibilities
- Treat patients and pet parents with care and keep people and pets together throughout tests, treatments, and other care.
- Provide nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from initial triage through discharge.
- Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
- Communicate and collaborate with teammates to shape care plans and keep care flowing.
- 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.
Benefits
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG merchandise.
- Food available in the fridge.
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Education Level
High school or GED
