Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Overnights) - San Ramon, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • San Ramon, CA

1d • $27 - $56 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care in a fast-paced hospital environment. The technician will work with doctors and the wider team on cases ranging from minor to complex emergencies, delivering compassionate, emotionally intelligent care to patients and their families. The role includes triage, nursing treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, with opportunities to use advanced skills and continue professional development.

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.
• Excellent 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 hours, 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 depending on hospital needs.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with people from different 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 extra compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their people throughout tests, treatments, and other aspects of their visit.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
• Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Communicate and collaborate with teammates to shape care plans and maintain continuity of care.
• 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

• Competitive compensation, with a stated pay range of $27–$56, based on a leveling system and experience, including base and 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting 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 programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend for full-time employees.
• Clinical student loan repayment.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, plus fertility and family-building care.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

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