Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Greenville, SC

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Greenville, SC

5d • Onsite

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 colleagues to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care, supporting patients and their people through stressful situations. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, with opportunities to use and develop advanced veterinary skills.

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 understanding of practice management software and electronic medical records.
• Strong communication skills and 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.
• 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 emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; this may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together and supporting them through tests and treatments.
• 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, help shape care plans, and support the flow of care.
• Perform CPR.
• 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 company swag.
• Food in the fridge for employees.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED