Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Part Time) - Northern Liberties, PA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The part-time Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician works on the front lines of emergency veterinary care, handling cases ranging from minor to complex. The technician collaborates with doctors and the team to provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent care, including triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing. The role also involves supporting pet parents through stressful situations and continuing to develop veterinary skills in a fast-paced emergency setting.

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 the ability to remain calm under pressure and support teammates.
• Fine motor skills to handle patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, 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 diverse 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 ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; this may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together through tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from initial triage through discharge.
• Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Communicate with teammates, help shape care plans, and keep care moving efficiently.
• Perform CPR.
• Conduct diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
• Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
• Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasound.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Clinical and leadership learning and growth programs.
• Unlimited emergency continuing education and a travel stipend; part-time credentialed employees receive $1,000 per year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

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