Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Overnight) - Sandy, UT

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Sandy, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician for its Sandy, Utah practice. The role is part of a team providing emergency veterinary care in a 24/7 hospital. The technician works with doctors and other team members to care for patients with emergencies ranging from minor to complex, while supporting pet parents through stressful situations. Work includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing. The position is overnight and requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs. VEG describes itself as an emergency veterinary company with open-concept hospitals and a focus on customer-centered care, learning, mentorship, and an inclusive workplace. It states that it 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 the ability to stay 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 based on 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.
Emergency or specialty medicine experience is preferred.
VTS credential in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia is a plus and may lead to additional compensation consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and support to their people throughout tests and treatments.
Deliver nursing care and treatments from triage through discharge, including emotional support during critical moments.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate and collaborate with teammates to shape care plans and keep care moving.
Perform CPR, with RECOVER training available through the company.
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, including a 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment, based 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 $1,000.
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.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the refrigerator.