Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Madison, WI

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care at its Madison, Wisconsin practice. The technician works with doctors and the veterinary team to care for patients with emergencies ranging from minor to complex, while providing compassionate, emotionally intelligent support to pet parents. The role includes triage, nursing care, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing in a fast-paced emergency setting. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and open 24/7, 365 days a year. The organization emphasizes collaborative care, learning and mentorship, and a customer-focused experience that helps keep people and pets together throughout care. The position is per diem, with availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.

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.
Excellent 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 is strongly preferred.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine is preferred.
VTS in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Perform nursing care, treatments, and emergency interventions.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IV therapy, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Collaborate and communicate with doctors and teammates to shape plans and maintain the flow of care.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
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.
Support pet parents and keep them with their pets through tests and treatments.