Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Cranberry, PA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Cranberry, PA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

As an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll work on the front lines of emergency veterinary care, handling cases from minor to complex in collaboration with doctors and the veterinary team. You’ll provide emotionally intelligent care to patients and their people, including triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing. The role offers the opportunity to use and develop veterinary skills while supporting pet parents during stressful moments. VEG operates open-concept emergency hospitals nationwide, open 24/7, 365 days a year. The company describes its approach as customer-focused and emphasizes learning, mentorship, and creating an inclusive workplace. VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®.

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 familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
Strong 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 ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together through tests and treatments.
Deliver veterinary nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates, contribute to care plans, and help keep care moving.
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 ultrasounds.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base pay and a 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential equity eligibility after one year of full-time active employment, depending on role.
Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Full-time credentialed employees receive a $2,500 annual travel stipend; full-time uncredentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Fertility and family-building care for all types of families.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the fridge.