Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Part-Time) - Maple Grove, MN

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Maple Grove, MN

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About The Position

As a part-time Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will work with a team providing emergency veterinary care for cases ranging from minor to complex. You will collaborate with doctors and colleagues to deliver high-quality, emotionally intelligent care, supporting patients and their people from triage through discharge. The role includes nursing care, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care, as well as providing compassionate support to pet parents during stressful moments. You will have opportunities to use and develop your veterinary skills in a fast-paced emergency setting.

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 comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communication skills and the 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, work on the floor, 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 different 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.
• Empathy and a people-centric approach, humility, ownership of work, curiosity, and commitment to learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and support pet parents throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
• Deliver nursing care and treatments from initial triage through discharge, including emotional support during critical moments.
• Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Communicate with teammates, help shape care plans, and support continuity of care.
• Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
• 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.
• Clinical and leadership learning programs.
• Unlimited ER continuing education and a travel stipend; part-time credentialed employees receive $1,000 per year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED