Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Per Diem) - Austin, TX South Lamar

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician for its Austin, Texas South Lamar practice. The technician works on the front lines of emergency veterinary care, handling cases ranging from minor to complex and collaborating with doctors and teammates to provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent care. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical-care nursing, as well as supporting pet parents through stressful situations. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year. The company emphasizes an environment with opportunities for learning and mentorship, and a focus on caring for both patients and their people.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Credentialing 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 records.
Strong communication skills and the 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.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
VTS in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; these credentials may lead to extra compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from initial triage through discharge.
Keep people and pets together and support them through tests, treatments, and other aspects of care.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Collaborate and communicate with the team to help develop care plans and keep care moving.
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.