Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Snellville, GA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Snellville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for people and their pets. With hospitals nationwide, VEG is open 24/7, 365 days a year, offering a better emergency experience for clients and a supportive work environment for employees. VEG challenges the status quo in veterinary emergency medicine, featuring open-concept hospitals that handle all types of emergencies, including exotics. The company emphasizes a customer-focused approach and provides unparalleled opportunities for learning, mentorship, and career growth. VEG is a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Ability to lend a hand to support colleagues.
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.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse individuals.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited program strongly preferred.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and will lead to extra considerations in compensation.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine preferred.
RECOVER CPR training and certification.

Responsibilities

Treat every patient and person with importance, keeping people and pets together through tests and treatments.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support during critical moments, from triage to discharge.
Administer medications, perform monitoring, and execute advanced procedures such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate effectively as a team member and think like a leader to shape care plans and ensure smooth operations.
Perform CPR and utilize advanced techniques like central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.
Conduct diagnostics, imaging, sample collection, and tube placement.
Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.
Collaborate with doctors and the team to deliver gold standard, emotionally intelligent care.
Handle a wide range of cases, from minor to complex emergencies.
Provide a steady, compassionate presence for pet parents during stressful times.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one.
QPR training.
Access to free therapy or counseling.
Eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment.
Learning and growth opportunities, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs.
Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed VEGgies, $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies).
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Inclusive fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Generous employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs.
Cool VEG swag.
Food in the fridge.