Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - San Diego, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•San Diego, CA

9d•$27 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with the goal of improving the emergency veterinary experience for pets, their owners, and the staff. VEG operates 24/7 hospitals nationwide and focuses on providing a better emergency experience. The company emphasizes creating a positive work environment with opportunities for learning and mentorship. 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 the VEG practice is located is required.
1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Excellent communicator and calm under pressure; ready to lend a hand to support those around you.
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 on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Must be willing 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.
Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types.

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.

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 manage treatments such as IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate effectively as a team member and think like a leader to shape plans and ensure smooth care delivery.
Perform CPR, utilizing training and industry-leading expertise in RECOVER CPR protocols.
Conduct diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Administer anesthesia, even for fragile patients.
Utilize advanced techniques including central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

Competitive compensation: pay range is $27-$56 and based on a leveling system and experience, including base and 401K match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Eligibility for equity after one year of full time, active employment with VEG.
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 for all types of families.
Flexible work schedules.
Generous employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge.